Development of the Quantitative Elemental Reconnaissance Instrument (QuERI)
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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
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Shared Services Center (NSSC) intends to award a sole-source contract to NOQSI AEROSPACE LTD for the Development of the Quantitative Elemental Reconnaissance Instrument (QuERI). This effort specifically focuses on developing the electronics for a two-channel Solid State Detector (SSD) system for spectroscopy and timing, integrating an FPGA, and designing the electronic architecture. Interested organizations capable of performing this work must submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing by April 17, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. Central Standard Time.
Purpose & Scope
NASA/NSSC requires the development of the Quantitative Elemental Reconnaissance Instrument (QuERI). The primary objective is to develop the electronics for a two-channel Solid State Detector (SSD) system, crucial for spectroscopy and timing within QuERI. This involves integrating an FPGA and designing the electronic architecture to interface with other system components.
The contractor's scope of work includes:
- Translating science requirements into engineering requirements.
- Participating in the preparation of interface control documents.
- Developing the electronic architecture and detailed schematics.
- Providing netlists and bill of materials for layout and fabrication, and consulting on these activities.
- Testing and characterizing the fabricated electronics.
- Making necessary revisions to the design based on test results.
- Preparing detailed engineering documentation, reports, and participating in team meetings.
Special requirements include integrating an FPGA in place of a microcontroller and ensuring the electronic architecture interfaces with components like mechanical shutters and X-ray source electronics.
Contract Details & Timeline
- Contract Type: Sole Source (intended)
- Authority: FAR 12.102(a) for Commercial items or services
- NAICS Code: 541715 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology))
- Product Service Code: B599 (Other Special Studies And Analysis)
- Intended Awardee: NOQSI AEROSPACE LTD, Billerica, MA
- Period of Performance: March 15, 2026, through September 30, 2026
- Place of Performance: Noqsi Aerospace, Ltd, Billerica MA (for contractor's work)
- Response Due: April 17, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. CST
- Published Date: April 14, 2026
Response Information
This is a notice of intent to award a sole-source contract. Organizations believing they can fulfill this requirement may submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to the identified point of contact. Submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted. A decision not to compete is at the Government's discretion. Oral communications are not acceptable.
Points of Contact
- Primary: Cody Guidry, Procurement Specialist (Cody.d.guidry@nasa.gov)
- Secondary: Tiffany Neal, Contracting Officer (Tiffany.neal@nasa.gov)