The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking a contractor to provide robotic measurement and 3D scanning services, as indicated by the NAICS code 334516 and PSC code 6650. This opportunity is set aside for small businesses, making it a suitable option for eligible firms. As a presolicitation notice, interested parties should track the solicitation for updates, as it is not yet open for bidding. The work will be performed in Florida.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
NASA/Information Technology Procurement Office (ITPO) has a requirement for BlueHalo’s Robo-Met 3D Automated Serial Sectioning System for Kennedy Space Center (KSC) to provide advanced three dimensional (3D) microstructural characterization capabilities.
NASA/ITPO intends to issue a sole source contract to acquire the items from BlueHalo, LLC under the authority of FAR 6.103-1, Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. BlueHalo is the sole source provider for the Robo-Met.3D Serial Sectioning System.
The Government intends to acquire a commercial product or service using FAR Part 12.
Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to perform the effort electronically via email to Cory Rasnic at cory.t.rasnic@nasa.gov not later than 12:00 PM CDT on 7/24/2026. Such capabilities/qualifications will be evaluated solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct this acquisition on a competitive basis. A decision by the Government not to compete this acquisition on a full and open competition basis, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the Government.
NASA 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
Source: SAM.gov, as posted. Verify the current solicitation before responding.
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