Comet iVario 450 X-ray Unit

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Comet iVario 450 X-ray Unit. It is a Brand Name requirement.

• The primary deliverable is a Comet iVario 450 X-ray Unit.

• Bidders must include CAGE/UEI Code, FOB Destination, Leadtime for Delivery, and POC Name & Email in their bid.

• Bids must be submitted in PDF Format.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated, but the document references "FIRM FIXED PRICED" in Section 4.

• Delivery is FOB Destination.

• Quotes are due by 5/22/2026 at 1:00 p.m. CT and should be emailed to Monica Wilson at monica.d.wilson@nasa.gov.

• Contractual and technical questions must be submitted in writing (email) to Monica Wilson by 5/21/2026 at 1:00 p.m. CT.

• Quotes must remain valid for 30 days.

• Submitted quotes should list two points of contact (name, phone number, email address).

• The Government will award the contract to the responsible Offeror whose offer is the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA).

• Offers not deemed technically acceptable will be removed from consideration.

• This procurement is for full and open competition.

• Offerors must be registered at www.sam.gov to be considered for award.

• The solicitation includes the following sections: Statement of Work/Bid Schedule, Instructions to Offerors, Solicitation Provisions/Representations and Certifications, Clauses/Terms and Conditions, and Quote Evaluation Criteria.

• Specific details regarding duty-free entry and place of manufacture are included in Section 3.

• Various FAR and NFS clauses are incorporated by reference in Section 4.

Statement of Work (SOW)

This requirement is for the acquisition of the Comet iVario 450 X-ray Unit for NASA Kennedy Space Center (KSC).

• Primary Item: Comet iVario 450 X-ray Unit (iXRS-450kV/4.5kW, MXR-451HP/11, 10m)

  • Includes:
    • X-ray tube MXR-451HP/11
    • HV Cable P3/250-R28SL-R28SL-10m
    • Cooler XRC-4523-OA with cooling hoses and control cable
    • Generator iVario 450kV/4.5kW
  • Software settings: Factory configuration for warning lamps, inputs, pre-warning times, dynamic monitoring, and outputs.
  • Additional Options (may be included):
    • IP54 Cover
    • iVario Controller with 10m Controller cable
    • X-ray red / prewarning blue and Controller housing

• Secondary Item: Laser centering device MXR-450

  • Warranty: 12 months full
  • Includes:
    • Adapter set window flange 450
    • Aperture holder MXR-450
    • Laser attachment MXR-450
    • Laser DC650-0.4-4.5 (14x64)-S-AP

• Accessory: Pre-Wired Interface Board

• Place of Performance: NASA/ Kennedy Space Center (KSC), Kennedy Space Center, FL 32899

• Period of Performance: 10-12 weeks ARO (After Receipt of Order)

• The primary unit includes a 12-month full warranty plus a 3-month shelf warranty.

• The laser centering device includes a 12-month full warranty.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Recommendation and Determination to solicit from one source or brand name for the acquisition of supplies or services. NASA Shared Services Center recommends negotiating with a specific vendor for the Comet iVario 450 X-ray Unit.

• The primary requirement is the Comet iVario 450 X-ray Unit.

• The equipment must integrate with existing hardware, safety controls, and procedures at the NASA Kennedy Space Center (KSC) inspection facility.

• This procurement is a continuation of an existing implemented setup.

• The estimated period of performance or lead-time for delivery is 10-12 weeks.

• The total estimated cost of this effort is redacted.

• Not applicable, as this document justifies a sole-source procurement.

• This is a sole-source justification, indicating no set-aside or open competition is planned at this stage.

• Competition is deemed impractical due to the unique characteristics of the items/services and the need for integration with existing NASA KSC infrastructure and procedures.

• Using an alternate vendor would incur additional costs, cause significant delays (several months), and potentially render the inspection capability inoperable due to incompatibility issues. It would also require modification of existing procedures and training, leading to increased labor costs and reduced operational capacity.