# SAM #80NSSC27947128Q

NASA seeks capability statements for a proposed sole-source Keyence VHX-X1 microscope system

**Buyer:** NASA Shared Services Center
**Posted:** October 30, 2026
**Respond By:** November 03, 2026
**Identifier:** 80NSSC27947128Q
**NAICS:** 334516, 334513

NASA is seeking capability statements for a proposed sole-source purchase of a Keyence digital microscope system for Stennis Space Center.
- **Agency and location:** NASA Shared Services Center (NASA/NSSC), for use at NASA Stennis Space Center.
- **What NASA needs:** One new Keyence VHX-X1 Digital Microscope system for automated particle counting and digital microscopy in the Stennis Precision clean shop.
  - The requested configuration includes the microscope, console/manual, external controller, camera, zoom lens, lens joint and holder, free-angle observation system, scale adapter, diffuser, and NIST-certified calibration scale.
  - Key requirements include motorized magnification, 4K 12-megapixel imaging, automated image capture and measurement, multiple lighting modes, and no wireless connectivity.
  - A VH Support Package providing lifetime support at no additional cost is included.
- **Procurement approach:** NASA proposes a sole-source commercial acquisition from KEYENCE CORPORATION OF AMERICA, identified in the notice as the sole provider of the specified microscope.
- **Response requested:** Written capability statements and qualifications only, so NASA can determine whether there is a basis to compete the requirement. Quotes are not requested or evaluated; oral responses are not accepted. Responses must reference the notice ID.
- **Deadline and classification:** November 3, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time. NAICS code 334513.

### Description

<p><strong>&nbsp;SPECIAL NOTICE:</strong></p>

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

<p>NASA/NSSC has a requirement for Keyence VHX-X1 Digital Microscope.&nbsp;</p>

<p>NASA/NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract to KEYENCE CORPORATION OF AMERICA 669 River DR&nbsp; STE 403&nbsp; Elmwood Park, New Jersey 07407-1361 United States under the authority of FAR 12.102(a). It has been determined that KEYENCE CORPORATION OF AMERICA is the sole provider of Keyence VHX-X1 Digital Microscope.</p>

<p>NASA/NSSC will be the procuring center for this effort. Performance will be located at NASA/ Stennis Space Center (SSC).</p>

<p>The Government intends to acquire Commercial items or services using the provisions, clauses and procedures prescribed in FAR Part 12 for Commercial</p>

<p>The NAICS Code for this procurement is 334513.</p>

<p><strong>Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to perform the effort in writing to the identified point of contact not later than 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on 11/3/2026</strong>. Such capabilities/qualifications will be evaluated solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed effort on a full and open competition basis, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the government.</p>

<p>Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice.</p>

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

<p>NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman for this acquisition can be found at https://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/procurement/regs/Procurement-Ombuds-Comp-Advocate-Listing.pdf .</p>

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<p>Primary Point of Contact:</p>

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<p>Laura Quave</p>

<p>Procurement Specialist II</p>

<p>laura.a.quave@nasa.gov</p>

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