Opportunity
SAM #80NSSC26939747Q
Sole Source Procurement of 15 OTT HydroMet XLink500 Dataloggers for NASA Precipitation Platforms
Buyer
NASA Shared Services Center
Posted
August 10, 2026
Respond By
August 12, 2026
Identifier
80NSSC26939747Q
NAICS
541519, 334511
NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC) is issuing a sole source procurement for 15 OTT HydroMet XLink500 datalogger units for use with GPM-GV PIERS++ precipitation platforms. - Agency: NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC) - Sole source procurement; only OTT HydroMet or its authorized representatives are eligible - Product: OTT HydroMet XLink500 datalogger/cell modem units - Part numbers referenced: XLink500, XLink500-C7-1C - Quantity: 15 units - Features: Custom Python programming, plug-and-play modem card, two-way secure communication, encrypted data transmission (HTTPS, FTP(S), TCP/IP) - Compatibility: Supports OTT/Hydromet Parsivel2, Dual-Tipping buckets, All-In-One, and Pluvio instruments; direct replacement for PIERS/PIERS+ platforms - No installation or service requirements specified; equipment only - Delivery expected approximately 4 weeks after purchase request approval - NAICS code: 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) - Justification: Unique compatibility and significant development effort invested; no equivalent products available from other vendors - Commercial item procedures under FAR Part 12 - Performance location: NASA Wallops Flight Facility - Potential for competition if capability statements are received, but currently sole source
Key Commercial Opportunity: - Only OTT HydroMet or authorized vendors can supply these dataloggers due to compatibility and technical requirements - No additional products or services included in the procurement
Description
** THIS IS A SOLE SOURCE REQUIREMENT ** for 15 OTT XLink 500 dataloggers