SAM #80NSSC23938614Q

NASA Sole Source Procurement: FAR Associates FMPI Spectropyrometer from RALPH A. FELICE, INC.

NASA Glenn Research Center is seeking to procure a FAR Associates FMPI Spectropyrometer through a sole source award to RALPH A. FELICE, INC. - The procurement is for one FAR Associates FMPI Spectropyrometer (Model FMPI) with a temperature range of 300-2000°C and advanced features such as multi-wavelength measurement, integrated Windows PC, and data analysis support for 30 days post-purchase. - Includes a 5-meter bifurcated fiberoptic cable with illumination for concurrent aiming and measuring. - The equipment will be delivered to NASA Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, OH. - The period of performance is 18 to 24 weeks after receipt of order (ARO). - FAR Associates is the OEM; RALPH A. FELICE, INC. is identified as the sole source provider. - The procurement is conducted under NAICS code 334513 for commercial items. - NASA invites interested parties to submit their qualifications by 7/28/2026 for consideration, but intends to proceed with the sole source unless a qualified alternative is identified.

Description

All correspondence should reference Notice ID 80NSSC26938614Q in the subject line.

Synopsis:

NASA/NSSC has a requirement for FAR Associates FMPI Spectropyrometer.

NASA/NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract to RALPH A. FELICE, INC. 1532 Newport DR Macedonia, Ohio 44056-1970 United States under the authority of FAR 12.102(a). It has been determined that RALPH A. FELICE, INC. is the sole provider of FAR Associates FMPI Spectropyrometer.

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 3345133

Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to perform the effort in writing to the identified point of contact not later than 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on 7/28/2026. 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:

Laura Quave

Procurement Specialist II

laura.a.quave@nasa.gov

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