DALEC instrument (3-channel above-water hyperspectral radiometer system)
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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.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
NASA/NSSC is seeking capability statements for a DALEC instrument (3-channel above-water hyperspectral radiometer system). The agency intends to award a sole source contract to In-situ Marine Optics, but is conducting market research to determine if other qualified sources exist. This presolicitation is for the procurement of specialized laboratory equipment. Capability statements are due by 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on June 17, 2026.
Purpose & Context
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Shared Services Center (NSSC) has a requirement for a DALEC instrument, a 3-channel above-water hyperspectral radiometer system. The government intends to issue a sole source contract to In-situ Marine Optics, identified as the sole provider of this specific instrument. This notice serves as a request for capability statements from interested organizations to determine if the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis. Pricing offers are not requested at this time.
Scope of Work
The required system includes:
- A DALEC Sensor Head
- A Deck Unit with a rechargeable internal Li-Ion battery
- A satellite compass (boom mounted)
- A 20m sensor to deck unit cable
- A 50m deck unit to PC cable (RJ45 connector)
- A passive gimbal (with lock)
- PC Operating and Processing Software The radiometer must feature auto-azimuth control and GPS, providing approximately 10nm spectral resolution with 3.3nm spacing.
Submission Requirements & Evaluation
Interested organizations must submit written capabilities and qualifications by 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on June 17, 2026. Submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis. The government reserves the right to not compete this effort. Oral communications are not acceptable. All correspondence must reference ID 80NSSC26935021Q in the subject line.
Contract Details & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation / Sources Sought (Sole Source Determination)
- Set-Aside: None specified (for sole source determination, potential for full and open competition)
- NAICS Code: 334519 (Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing)
- Product Service Code: 6640 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies)
- Place of Performance: Ship to NASA GSFC, Bldg 22 Rm C197, 8800 Greenbelt Rd, Greenbelt, MD 20771, ATTN: Antonio Mannino.
- Period of Performance: Lead time of 12 weeks After Receipt of Order (ARO).
- Response Due: June 17, 2026, 4:00 p.m. CST
- Published Date: June 15, 2026
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Lindsey McLellan at lindsey.m.mclellan@nasa.gov.