# SAM #80NSSC26943200Q

NASA Langley seeks Cavitar Cavilux HF Gen2 laser systems for Schlieren-Based Imaging (sole source to TECH IMAGING SERVICES, INC.)

**Buyer:** National Aeronautics and Space Administration
**Posted:** September 24, 2026
**Respond By:** September 29, 2026
**Identifier:** 80NSSC26943200Q
**NAICS:** 334511, 334517, 334516

NASA Langley Research Center is seeking to procure advanced laser systems for Schlieren-Based Imaging, specifically Cavitar Cavilux HF Gen2 lasers and control units.
- Procurement Details:
  - NASA intends to purchase two Cavitar Cavilux HF Gen2 control units and two Cavitar Cavilux HF laser units (300 W, 650 nm wavelength).
  - Additional items include two fiber-style laser light guides, four pairs of laser safety eyewear, and two carrying cases.
  - The system must support pulse widths as low as 50 ns, pulse rates up to 400 kHz, and USB synchronization with existing Cavitar systems.
- Sole Source and Vendor Information:
  - The procurement is planned as a sole source contract to TECH IMAGING SERVICES, INC., the sole provider of Cavitar Cavilux HF lasers in the U.S.
  - NASA is requesting capability statements from vendors by September 29, 2026; quotes are not being accepted at this stage.
  - The NAICS code is 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing).
- Performance and Delivery:
  - Hardware delivery is required by December 1, 2026.
  - Performance will occur at NASA Langley Research Center.
- Commercial Opportunity:
  - Vendors with equivalent laser systems may submit capability statements for consideration if the government determines a competitive procurement is possible.
- Technical Requirements:
  - Equipment must be compatible with existing Cavitar systems and meet advanced imaging specifications.
- OEM and Product Information:
  - Cavitar Oy is the OEM for the Cavilux HF Gen2 laser systems.
  - TECH IMAGING SERVICES, INC. is the sole U.S. distributor.
- Attachments provide detailed specifications and requirements for the laser systems and accessories.

### Description

<p>NASA/NSSC has a requirement for Cavilux HF Lasers. See the attached SOW and request for Capability statements for full details of this requirement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>VENDORS MUST REFERENCE THE NOTICE ID WHEN SUBMITTING A CAPABILITY STATEMENT.</p>

<p><u><strong>NOTE: Quotes received in response to this notice will NOT be considered and will not be evaluated by<br />
NASA&rsquo;s Technical End User Team. We are currently only requesting Capability Statements.</strong></u></p>

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