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NASA Glenn seeks sole source SEA 1D2DX Optical Array Probe system for Icing Research Tunnel upgrade

NASA Glenn Research Center is seeking to procure a replacement Optical Array Probe (OAP-1D2DX) from Science Engineering Associates, Inc. (SEA) on a sole source basis. - Procurement managed by NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC) - Intended for use at NASA Glenn Research Center's Icing Research Tunnel - Product: SEA 1D2DX Probe system (part number 402100) - Measures icing cloud droplet sizes from 15 to 450 micrometers - Includes network communication, spinning disk, 220VAC instrument and deice power, sapphire window modification, pigtail interface, shipping/storage case, new canister with fully heated dome, and calibration specifications - Quantity: 1 unit - Upgrade addresses aging equipment and supports calibration needs for 2028 - Sole source justification: SEA is the only provider of this specific probe compatible with the M300 Data Acquisition System - NASA invites capability statements from other vendors if they can meet the requirements - NAICS code: 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) - Period of performance: 10-12 months after receipt of order - Place of performance: NASA Glenn Research Center, Cleveland, OH - Contracting office: NASA Shared Services Center, Stennis Space Center, MS

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Synopsis:

NASA/NSSC has a requirement for Purchase of Optical Array Probe 1D2DX. 

NASA/NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract to SCIENCE ENGINEERING ASSOCIATES, INC.  under the authority of FAR 12.102(a). It has been determined that SCIENCE ENGINEERING ASSOCIATES, INC.  is the sole provider of Purchase of Optical Array Probe 1D2DX.

NASA/NSSC will be the procuring center for this effort. Performance will be located at NASA/ Glenn Research Center (GRC).

The Government intends to acquire Commercial items or services using the provisions, clauses and procedures prescribed in FAR Part 12 for Commercial

The NAICS Code for this procurement is 541519.

Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to perform the effort in writing to the identified point of contact not later than 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on 5/26/2026. Such capabilities/qualifications will be evaluated solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed effort on a full and open competition basis, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the government.

Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice.

NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman for this acquisition can be found at https://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/procurement/regs/Procurement-Ombuds-Comp-Advocate-Listing.pdf .

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