# SAM #80NSSC26941276Q-1

NASA Procurement of Evident Scientific Vanta Core V2CA Handheld XRF Analyzer (Brand Name Only)

**Buyer:** NASA Shared Services Center
**Posted:** September 15, 2026
**Respond By:** September 17, 2026
**Identifier:** 80NSSC26941276Q-1
**NAICS:** 334516, 423490, 334519

NASA is seeking to procure the Evident Scientific Vanta Core V2CA Handheld XRF Analyzer for lunar dust measurement and research workflows.
- Government Buyer:
  - National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
    - NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC)
    - NASA Langley Research Center
    - Stennis Space Center
- OEM Highlight:
  - Evident Scientific (manufacturer of Vanta Core XRF Analyzer)
- Products Requested:
  - Vanta Core V2CA Handheld XRF Analyzer (1 unit)
    - Part Number: V2CA-CCC-U
    - Includes: 50 kV X-ray tube, silicon drift detector, aiming camera, sample camera, rugged carrying case, 2 lithium ion batteries, charger, USB cable, USB drive with manuals, 10 spare analysis windows, wireless LAN dongle, power supply, calibration method
    - Warranty: 3 years on analyzer, 5 years on X-ray tube
  - Alloy Plus Method for Vanta Core silver anode analyzers (1 unit)
    - Part Number: METHOD-A3 V2CA
    - Measures multiple metal elements
  - Soil Method for Vanta Core silver anode analyzers (1 unit)
    - Part Number: METHOD-S3 V2CA
    - Compton Normalized algorithm, measures multiple soil elements, includes SiO2 blank standard
  - Coating Method for Vanta Core silver anode analyzers (1 unit)
    - Part Number: METHOD-CT V2CA
    - Measures up to 3 coating layers for metals
- Unique Requirements:
  - Brand name only: Vanta Core model required for compatibility with NASA lunar dust measurement methodology
  - No alternative handheld XRF analyzer meets NASA's technical and programmatic requirements
  - Authorized resellers only; proof of manufacturer pricing and reseller authorization required
  - Shipping must be included; payment by credit card not accepted
  - Compliance with export control laws
  - Award to lowest price technically acceptable offeror
  - Small business set-aside
- Technical Features:
  - Supports multi-beam Compton-normalized soil analysis, multi-layer coating thickness measurements, broad elemental analysis
  - Ensures data fidelity and cross-site comparability for NASA and partner workflows
- Accessories and Warranty:
  - Includes batteries, charger, USB drive, carrying case, and spare analysis windows
  - Extended warranty coverage for analyzer and X-ray tube

### Description

<p><strong><u>PLEASE INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING IN YOUR BID</u></strong></p>

<ul>
	<li>CAGE/UEI CODE</li>
	<li>FOB DESTINATION</li>
	<li>LEADTIME FOR DELIVERY</li>
	<li>POC NAME &amp; EMAIL</li>
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<p><strong>** THIS IS A BRAND NAME REQUIREMENT ** for Vanta Core Handheld XRF Analyzer</strong></p>

<p><strong>** AUTHORIZED RESELLERS ONLY **</strong></p>

<p><strong>** ALL VENDORS MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF PRICING FROM THE MANUFACTURER, AND CONFIRM AUTHORIZATION TO RESELL THE ITEMS LISTED IN THE STATEMENT OF WORK FOR BRAND NAME REQUIREMENTS **</strong></p>

<p><strong>** SEE THE ATTACHMENTS ** ** BE SURE TO INCLUDE SHIPPING IN QUOTE ** </strong></p>

<p><strong>** WE DO NOT PAY BY CREDIT CARD ** </strong></p>

<p><u>VENDORS MUST REFERENCE THE TRACKING NUMBER (80NSSC26941276Q-1) IN THE SUBJECT LINE OF YOUR EMAIL WHEN SUBMITTING A QUOTE!!</u></p>

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