SAM #80NSSC26937840Q

Sole Source R&D: In-situ Measurement and Analysis of Perovskite Solar Cells on ISS for NASA

NASA Glenn Research Center is seeking specialized services and equipment for in-situ measurement and analysis of perovskite solar cells on the International Space Station (ISS, via the MISSE mission): - Sole source procurement to ANGSTROM DESIGNS INC for: - Development and operation of a six-pixel Aerospace Measurement Unit (AMU) for real-time solar cell characterization in space - Fabrication of at least 8 flight and 8 ground control perovskite solar cell samples - Integration of samples into the Orbital Electronics Lab (OEL) for a 6-month ISS mission - Post-flight sample return and analysis - Data analysis, monthly reporting, and measurement algorithm customization - No specific part numbers provided; focus is on custom R&D and measurement services - Opportunity is open for capability statements from other vendors to challenge the sole source determination - NAICS code: 541715 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences) - Performance location: NASA Glenn Research Center - Estimated contract duration: 36 months - No explicit contract value stated, but scope suggests a moderate R&D contract

Description

All correspondence should reference Notice ID 80NSSC26937840Q in the subject line.

Synopsis:

NASA/NSSC has a requirement for In-situ current voltage measurement of solar cells on the International Space Station. 

NASA/NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract to ANGSTROM DESIGNS INC 32 E Haley ST  Santa Barbara, California 93101-2316 United States under the authority of FAR 12.102(a). It has been determined that ANGSTROM DESIGNS INC is the sole provider of n-situ current voltage measurement of solar cells on the International Space Station.

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 541715.

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 8/4/2026. 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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