Keyence VL-870 3D Scanner CMM System Purchase

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

NASA/NSSC has a requirement for the purchase of a Keyence VL-870 3D Scanner CMM System. This is intended to be a sole source contract awarded to KEYENCE CORPORATION OF AMERICA, as they are determined to be the sole provider of this specific system. The procurement will be conducted by NASA/NSSC, with performance located at NASA/ Langley Research Center (LaRC). The government intends to acquire commercial items and services under FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 13.

• Purchase of a Keyence VL-870 3D Scanner CMM System.

• The contract will be sole source.

• Performance will be at NASA/Langley Research Center (LaRC).

• NAICS Code: 334513.

• Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to the identified point of contact.

• Deadline for submissions: 7 a.m. Central Standard Time on 2/26/2026.

• Submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis. The determination not to compete is at the government's discretion.

• Oral communications are not acceptable.

• This is a sole source procurement, indicating no set-aside.

• NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. Information on the Center Ombudsman can be found at http://prod.nais.nasa.gov/pub/pub_library/Omb.html.

• Primary Point of Contact: Shanna Patterson, Procurement Specialist, Shanna.l.Patterson@nasa.gov.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a "Recommendation and Determination to Solicit from One Source or Brand Name" for the acquisition of supplies or services. It recommends negotiating with Keyence Corporation of America for the purchase of a Keyence VL-870 3D Scanner CMM System.

• Acquisition of a Keyence VL-870 3D Scanner CMM System.

• The system must be a turnkey, NIST-traceable (±0.01 mm) 3D scanning solution.

• It must enable automated full-shape capture, CAD comparison, mesh repair, and common file exports.

• The system must be operable by new users independently within 30-45 minutes.

• It should not require fiducials, recurring licensing costs, or extensive training.

• The estimated cost of this effort is not specified in the provided text (indicated by a blank field).

• The estimated period of performance or lead-time for delivery is 3-4 business days ARO.

This document is a justification for a sole-source procurement, not a solicitation requiring proposal submissions. The justification details why competition is impractical.

This is a sole-source recommendation, implying no set-aside or broad competition is anticipated.

• The procurement supports the Larkworks MakerSpace at Langley Research Center.
• Market research and an on-site demonstration were conducted.
• Using an alternative scanner would result in user-friendliness issues or require extensive training, potentially leading to additional costs and scheduling delays.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To procure a turnkey, NIST-traceable (±0.01 mm) 3D scanning solution for the Larkworks MakerSpace at Langley Research Center to support the rapid and accurate dimensional verification of 3D-printed components.

• Provide a 3D scanning system capable of automated full-geometry capture, CAD comparison, mesh repair, and export to common file formats.

• The system must operate without reliance on fiducial markers, recurring licensing fees, or extensive user training.

• Key components include a 3D Scanner - CMM Measurement Head, 3D Scanner - CMM 500mm Stage with XY Stitching, and a 3D Scanner - CMM Measurement Controller.

• Accessories include a Light Blocking Curtain, Calibration Board, STP Export Mobile software, and a VL Accessory Kit in Multi Language.

• A VL Support Package is also required.

• NIST-traceable accuracy of +/- 0.01 mm.

• Integrated software and hardware trainable for typical new users in less than 1 hour.

• Automated point cloud stitching, automated mesh analysis for holes, and automated mesh hole repair.

• Ability to display results quickly after a scan.

• Ability to export data in formats including STL, 3MF, OBJ, DXF, and STP.

• Ability to automatically align scanned point clouds with imported CAD models for direct comparison and analysis.

• Period of Performance: 3-4 business days ARO (After Receipt of Order).

• Place of Performance: Langley Research Center (LaRC), 11 Langley Blvd, Hampton, VA 23681.

• Turn-key system with no recurring costs for hardware maintenance or software licensing.

• System must be easy to learn and use, guiding new users through scanning and analysis.

• No need to attach fiducial markers or reflectors to parts being scanned.