Opportunity
SAM #80NSSC26942786Q
NASA Ames Research Center Solicitation for High-Resolution VUV Spectrograph and Installation Services
Buyer
NASA Shared Services Center
Posted
September 01, 2026
Respond By
September 08, 2026
Identifier
80NSSC26942786Q
NAICS
334511, 927110, 339991, 334519, 423490
NASA Ames Research Center is seeking to procure a high-resolution normal-incidence spectrograph for vacuum ultraviolet (VUV) spectroscopy research. - Government Buyer: - NASA Ames Research Center - Contact: Ramon Martinez - OEMs and Vendors: - HP (referenced as HP Spectroscopy) - Equivalent manufacturers may be considered - Products/Services Requested: - High-resolution normal-incidence spectrograph (or equivalent) - Quantity: 1 - Key technical features: - Aberration-optimized optical design with plane grating and curved refocusing mirrors - Rotatable grating turret for three gratings - Gratings covering 115-230 nm spectral range - Focal length: 600mm; f/number: 10 - Spectral resolution: 18 mm radius; entrance slit adjustable 10-3000 nm - Crossed Czeny-Turner design; focal length 300-600 mm; magnification 1:1 - Maximum optical aberration: 13 micrometer - Vendor to provide detailed drawing or 3D CAD file - Protective packaging for shipment - Installation, training, and support by vendor staff at customer site - Quantity: 1 - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Equipment must be VUV sensitive and replace an outdated model - Vendor must provide installation, training, and support - Detailed technical specifications and integration requirements - Critical for planetary entry shock wave research - Delivery required within 6 months after receipt of order (ARO)
Description
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