SAM #80NSSC27948269Q

NASA seeks six VIC-2D digital image correlation systems for elevated-temperature testing

NASA Glenn Research Center is seeking capability information for a proposed sole-source purchase of digital image correlation systems for elevated-temperature strain measurement. - Requirement: Six VIC-2D Digital Image Correlation Systems for in-situ measurement of sample strain in an environmental chamber. - Each system includes VIC-2D 8 analysis software, Vic-Snap LS image acquisition software, Vic-Gauge 2D real-time strain monitoring software, a compact PC, an 8-megapixel camera, PoE injector, camera mount, analog data acquisition system, and manual trigger switch. - The package also lists one post-processing license, two hard-sided camera/accessory cases, and a two-year warranty on non-consumables. - Agency and location: NASA Shared Services Center (NASA/NSSC), supporting the High Temperature and Smart Alloys Branch at NASA Glenn Research Center. - Procurement approach: NASA states it intends to pursue a sole-source award to Correlated Solutions, Inc. and is seeking capability statements to determine whether the requirement should be competed. Quotes and oral responses will not be accepted. - Response requirement: Written capability statements must reference the notice ID and are due November 16, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time. - Delivery and reporting: Delivery is expected 6–8 weeks after receipt of order. Complete entitlement data using the NASA SLAM Entitlement Reporting Form is due within five business days of order. - Specifications and value: The attachment describes the equipment package, but the notice does not provide a separate overall quantity for the post-processing license or a contract value. The value below is an estimate.

Description

 SPECIAL NOTICE:

VENDORS MUST REFERENCE THE NOTICE ID WHEN SUBMITTING A CAPABILITY STATEMENT.

NASA/NSSC has a requirement for CSI Digital Correlation Systems

NASA/NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract to CORRELATED SOLUTIONS INCENGINEERING, INC. 121 Dutchman BLVD Irmo, South Carolina 29063-8330 United States under the authority of FAR 12.102(a). It has been determined that CORRELATED SOLUTIONS INC. is the sole provider of CSI Digital Correlation Systems.

NASA/NSSC will be the procuring center for this effort. Performance will be located at NASA/ Glenn Research Center (GRC).

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

The NAICS Code for this procurement is 334519.

Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to perform the effort in writing to the identified point of contact not later than 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on 11/16/2026. 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.

Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice.

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.

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 .

Primary Point of Contact:

Laura Quave

Procurement Specialist II

laura.a.quave@nasa.gov

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