Opportunity

SAM #80NSSC26937596Q

NASA Sole Source AI-Based Screening Services for Spaceflight Study Subjects

Buyer

NASA Shared Services Center

Posted

July 17, 2026

Respond By

July 22, 2026

Identifier

80NSSC26937596Q

NAICS

611310, 541715, 621512

NASA is seeking specialized AI-based screening services for candidate subjects in a spaceflight study, focusing on Spaceflight Associated Neuro-ocular Syndrome (SANS). - NASA Johnson Space Center's Cardiovascular and Vision Laboratory requires analysis of Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) image datasets using artificial intelligence to predict SANS development and retinal thickness changes. - Up to 15 candidate subjects will be screened over the contract period, with a maximum of 5 subjects screened annually. - Screening results are to be delivered per mission (2-3 subjects per mission). - The University of California, San Diego is identified as the sole source provider for these services. - The procurement is managed by NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC) under NAICS code 611310 (educational services) and FAR Part 12 (commercial items/services). - The period of performance is August 1, 2026, to July 31, 2028, with two option years extending through July 31, 2030. - No specific products, part numbers, or equipment are being procured; the opportunity is for specialized screening services only.

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