Models for central spatial orientation vestibular-visual processing
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- 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.
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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 FAISAL KARMALI. This contract is for the development and refinement of models for central spatial orientation vestibular-visual processing, crucial for astronauts, particularly in lunar landing scenarios. Interested organizations capable of providing these services are invited to submit their qualifications. Submissions are due by February 2, 2026, at 1 p.m. Central Standard Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is to develop and refine models for central spatial orientation vestibular-visual processing. This includes incorporating optimal estimation techniques based on sensory signal-to-noise ratio and applying these models to scenarios relevant to lunar landings. The vendor must possess experience in human experimental studies, dynamic computational models, and techniques such as perceptual thresholds, trial-to-trial variability in motor responses, and Kalman filters. Expertise in developing computational models of human motion perception adapted to pathology and aging, and explaining changes in motion perception dynamics due to sensory signal changes (especially in partial gravity), is also required.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- Procuring Agency: NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC)
- Place of Performance: NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC), Houston, TX
- NAICS Code: 541330
- Product Service Code (PSC): B502 (Air Quality Analysis)
- Authority: FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i)
- Published: January 28, 2026
- Submissions Due: February 2, 2026, 1 p.m. Central Standard Time
Submission & Evaluation
This notice indicates an intent for a sole source award to FAISAL KARMALI. However, interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to the identified point of contact. Submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis. The determination to compete this effort on a full and open competition basis is at the government's discretion. Oral communications are not acceptable.
Additional Notes
The primary point of contact for this opportunity is Cara Craft (cara.s.craft@nasa.gov). NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable.