A5531001210 SR800N-12HT-600 deg.Regular Accuracy High Temperature absolute Blackbody
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
NASA/NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract to CI Systems for an A5531001210 SR800N-12HT-600 deg. Regular Accuracy High Temperature absolute Blackbody. This procurement is for supporting the calibration of infrared instruments at NASA Ames Research Center. Interested organizations must submit capabilities by June 5, 2026, 3:00 p.m. CST.
Purpose & Scope
The objective is to procure a high temperature large area blackbody specifically for calibrating infrared instruments. Key technical requirements for the blackbody emitter include:
- Achieving a high temperature range of at least 600 °C.
- Maintaining a temperature accuracy of 0.5 °C.
- Capability of operating in an upward-looking orientation.
- An effective emitting surface area of a minimum of 10" x 10".
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Intent to Sole Source)
- Procuring Agency: NASA Shared Services Center (NASA/NSSC)
- Intended Awardee: CI Systems (851 International PKWY STE 130 Richardson Texas 75081)
- Performance Location: NASA Ames Earth Planetary Instrumentation and Calibration (EPIC) Lab, NASA Ames Research Center (ARC)
- NAICS Code: 334513
- Product/Service Code: AJ11 (General Science And Technology R&D Services; General Science And Technology; Basic Research)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Intent)
- Period of Performance: Lead time for delivery is estimated to be around 2-3 months from the order date.
Submission & Evaluation
NASA/NSSC has determined that CI Systems is the sole provider for this requirement, intending to issue a sole source contract under FAR 12.102(a). However, interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to the identified point of contact. These submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if this procurement can be conducted on a competitive basis. A decision by the Government not to compete this effort is at its sole discretion. Oral communications are not acceptable.
Point of Contact
Kacey Hickman, Procurement Specialist Email: kacey.l.hickman@nasa.gov Response Due: June 5, 2026, 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time.