Imperx C4191 Camera & Cables

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a "Recommendation and Determination to Solicit from One Source or Brand Name" for the acquisition of two (2) Imperx C4191 Cameras for the NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC). The cameras are needed for flow visualization to resolve small objects.

• Two (2) Imperx C4191 Cameras.

• The cameras must be compatible with existing NASA GRC imaging systems, optics, and control software.

• The cabling must be compatible with the CoaXPress protocol and meet specific electrical and data specifications.

• The product must meet stringent technical requirements for the specific NASA GRC application.

• The estimated cost is redacted.

• The estimated period of performance or lead-time for delivery is 30 Days ARO (After Receipt of Order).

• This document indicates a sole-source acquisition, implying no traditional proposal submission process for competition.

• This is a sole-source determination, meaning competition is deemed impractical.

• The rationale for sole-source acquisition includes the unique characteristics of the Imperx C4191 cameras, their seamless integration with existing GRC systems, and the impracticality of using other brands due to compatibility, schedule, and data impact issues.

• Using a different brand would require rerunning calculations from the DUCT2 concept phase and could impact data quality.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Imperx C4191 Camera & Cables. It is a brand name requirement.

• The specific item required is the Imperx C4191 Camera & Cables.

• 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.

• Reference the RFQ notice ID number in the subject line of the email when submitting a quote.

• The procurement is set aside for small business.

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

• Delivery is FOB Destination.

• Quotes are due by 5/27/2026 at 5:00 p.m. CT to Monica Wilson at monica.d.wilson@nasa.gov.

• Quotes submitted after the due date may be accepted if in the best interest of the Government.

• Quotes shall remain valid for 30 days.

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

• All contractual and technical questions must be submitted in writing (e-mail) to Monica Wilson at monica.d.wilson@nasa.gov no later than 5/26/2026 by 5:00 p.m. CT. Telephone questions will not be accepted.

• The NAICS Code for this procurement is 333310.

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

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

• This procurement is set aside for small business.

• 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.

• Several FAR and NFS clauses are incorporated by reference, including those related to System for Award Management, Duty-Free Entry, Place of Manufacture, Personal Identity Verification, Government Property, and Export Licenses.

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

The NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC) requires the purchase of two (2) Imperx C4191 Cameras for flow visualization to resolve small objects with a specified frame rate.

• Cameras: Two (2) Imperx C4191 Cameras with Cheetah CoaXPress, 16 Mpixels, 4096x4096 resolution, Mono, 120 fps.

• Cables:

  • Three (3) Machine Vision CoaxPress Cables with HD-BNC (4) connector to 20-meter Miniature cable to HD-BNC (4) connector.
  • Three (3) Machine Vision CoaxPress Cables with HD-BNC (4) connector to 2-meter Miniature cable to HD-BNC (4) connector.

• Place of Performance: NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC), 21000 Brookpark Road, Cleveland, OH 44135.

• Period of Performance: 30 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO).

None explicitly stated beyond the product specifications.