SAM #80NSSC26942207Q

NASA sole source procurement for micro x-ray source for defect detection in metallic additive manufacturing structures

NASA is seeking to procure a micro x-ray source for defect detection in metallic additive manufacturing (AM) structures, with a planned sole source award to HAMAMATSU CORP. - Agency: NASA/NSSC, performance location at NASA Langley Research Center (LARC) - Product: Micro x-ray source for non-destructive testing of thin-walled, additively-manufactured metallic structures - Technical specifications: voltage 40-130kV, current 10-300A, max power 39W, focal spot size max 10um, cone angle 45-53 degrees, focus to object distance 7-15 mm, compact form factor - Includes: compatible power supply, control software and license, technical documentation, safety certification, and test data - Service: Factory acceptance testing prior to shipment - Sole source provider: HAMAMATSU CORP identified as the only supplier - Procurement follows FAR Part 12 for commercial items, NAICS code 334516 - NASA is requesting capability statements by August 28, 2026; no quotes or technical evaluations at this stage - Milestones: order acknowledgement within 1 week, pre-shipment verification/testing, final delivery and acceptance at destination

Description

NASA/NSSC has a requirement for Micro x-ray source for defect detection in metallic AM structures. See the attached SOW and request for capability statements. 

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NOTE: Quotes received in response to this notice will NOT be considered and will not be evaluated by NASA’s Technical End User Team. We are currently only requesting Capability Statements.

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