Fiber Optic Sensor for Use in a Novel Microwave Ignition System.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Request for Quotation (RFQ) seeks offers for a "Fiber Optic Sensor for Use in a Novel Microwave Ignition System." This is a brand name requirement, and only authorized resellers will be considered.

• The core deliverable is a "Fiber Optic Sensor for Use in a Novel Microwave Ignition System."

• The requirement is for a brand name product.

• Authorized resellers are specifically sought.

• 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 6/26/2026 at 7 a.m. CT.

• Quotes must be submitted via email to Shanna L. Patterson at Shanna.l.Patterson@nasa.gov.

• The subject line of the email must include the tracking number: 80NSSC26936316Q.

• Quotes must remain valid for 30 days.

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

• The evaluation criteria is Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

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

• Technical questions must be submitted in writing (email) to Shanna L. Patterson by 6/25/2026 at 7 a.m. CT. Telephone questions will not be accepted.

• This procurement is set aside for small business.

• Offerors must be registered at www.sam.gov.

• Only authorized resellers will be considered.

• The document includes information on duty-free entry for certain supplies (FAR 52.225-8).

• Export license responsibilities are outlined (NFS 1852.225-70).

• The NAICS Code for this procurement is 334516.

• The government does not pay by credit card.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Recommendation and Determination to solicit from one source or brand name. It recommends negotiating with a specific vendor for supplies or services due to the unique nature of the required equipment and the impracticality of competition.

• Acquisition of supplies or services determined to be reasonably available from only one source/manufacturer.

• Specific equipment required: Sentek Instrument for a NovaPT™-E600 sensor and 1 Fasedyne-1000-4-custom Interrogator.

• The need for sapphire-equipped fiber optic instrumentation to conduct reliable measurements and ensure safety, as standard equipment would be corrupted by electromagnetic interference (EMI).

• The estimated period of performance or lead-time for delivery is 14 weeks.

• The document references an "Enter Dollar amount" for the total estimated cost, which is not specified.

• Not applicable, as this document is a justification for a sole-source procurement, not a solicitation for proposals.

• This is a sole-source recommendation, implying no set-aside or open competition.

• The justification highlights the unique nature of microwave radiation coupling and EMI issues that would corrupt data with non-specialized equipment.

• The impact of using another vendor/brand would be the failure to accurately and safely measure combustion chamber parameters, leading to wasted time and money.

• This effort is described as a "proof of concept for a novel ignition systems that may improve system performance."

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

NASA Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) requires fiber optic instrumentation to test and measure data from a novel microwave ignitor system. This instrumentation will reduce the risk of electromagnetic interference (EMI) to instrumentation and facility computer systems, supporting the center's Advanced Space Propulsion Formulation Task.

• Develop and provide fiber optic sensors capable of reading both temperature and pressure from a single sensor.

• Ensure sensors can withstand up to 500 psi and transient temperatures up to 1500°C.

• Provide resistance to EMI.

• Integrate the system to convert optical signals into electrical signals readable by a computer.

• Include any necessary software for operation of the instrumentation.

• Supply fiber optical cable for connecting the test article to the test bed instrumentation.

• NovaPTTM-E600 (Quantity 4)

• Fasedyne-1000-4-custom (Quantity 1)

• Optical fiber cable (Quantity 4)

• Lead Time: 10 Weeks

• Shipping Address: Marshall Space Flight Center, Huntsville, AL 35812