Keyence VHX-X1 Microscope and Accessories
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Shared Services Center (NSSC) has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a sole source contract to KEYENCE CORPORATION OF AMERICA for a Keyence VHX-X1 Microscope and Accessories. This procurement is for the NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC). This notice serves as a market research effort to determine if other qualified sources exist.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the acquisition of a Keyence VHX-X1 Digital Microscope and specific associated accessories. These include the controller, external PC, console/manual, high-performance camera (VHX-7020), VHX free-angle observation system (VHX-S770E), lighting unit, laser-based elemental analyzer (EA-300) with its lens joint and spacer, and a 5-year warranty extension package. Performance will be located at NASA Glenn Research Center, Building 49 room 142, CLEVELAND, OHIO 44135. The period of performance is 30 days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Intended Sole Source)
- Procuring Agency: NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC)
- NAICS Code: 334513 (Optical Instruments, Test Equipment, Components And Accessories)
- Response Due: February 25, 2026, 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time
- Published Date: February 23, 2026
Set-Aside
This is an intended sole source procurement.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested organizations capable of performing this effort must submit their written capabilities and qualifications to the identified point of contact. Submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed effort, based on responses, is solely within its discretion. Oral communications are not acceptable.
Point of Contact
Laura Quave, Procurement Specialist, laura.a.quave@nasa.gov, 228-813-6420.