Opportunity
SAM #80NSSC26936364Q
NASA Ames Research Center Procurement of Malvern Panalytical MasterSizer 3000+ Pro Optical System and Accessories
Buyer
NASA Shared Services Center
Posted
June 23, 2026
Respond By
June 25, 2026
Identifier
80NSSC26936364Q
NAICS
334516, 334519
NASA Ames Research Center is seeking to acquire an advanced laser diffraction measurement system for particle size analysis. - Government Buyer: - NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC), NASA Ames Research Center - Contact: Adam Caldwell, Bldg. N234, Room 119 - OEM Highlight: - Malvern Panalytical INC is the sole manufacturer and provider - Products Requested: - MasterSizer 3000+ Pro Optical System (MAP3010): 1 unit - Measures particle sizes from 0.1 to 2500 microns with advanced laser diffraction technology - Includes Mastersizer Xplorer software - MS Hydro MV+ Accessory (MAP3210): 1 unit - Automated liquid sample dispersion unit with high chemical compatibility - MS Solvent Compatible Wet Cell (MAP2020): 1 unit - Chemically-compatible, auto-locking wet measurement cell - Mastersizer Self-Install Instruction (MAZ8005): 1 unit - Digital resources for hardware and software installation - LaserDiff REMOTE Initial Application Training (RIAT0011): 2 sessions - Remote training by Malvern Panalytical specialists - Classroom Training Included - 1 Seat (CTI2000): 2 seats - Voucher for training courses, remote or onsite - Smart Manager Dashboard Mastersizer (10079647): 1 unit - Instrument monitoring dashboard with health insights and alerts - Notable Requirements: - All items are sourced directly from Malvern Panalytical INC - Includes both hardware and software, as well as training and monitoring tools - Self-installation and remote training options provided - The system is designed for high precision and automation in laboratory settings - Quantities: - Most items are single units, with two seats for classroom training - Period of Performance: - Delivery and installation expected within 2 weeks after receipt of order
Description
NASA/NSSC has a requirement for Malvern Optical System.
NASA/NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract to Malvern Panalytical INC under the authority of FAR 12.102(a). It has been determined that Malvern Panalytical INC 2400 Computer DR STE 201 Westborough Massachusetts 01581 United States is the sole provider of Malvern Optical System
NASA/NSSC will be the procuring center for this effort. Performance will be located at NASA/ Ames Research Center (ARC). 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 334516 .
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 6/25/2026. 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 .
Primary Point of Contact: Kacey Hickman Kacey.l.hickman@nasa.gov