Teledyne Lightfield Software and Digital CCD Camera System
Overview
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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)/NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract for a Teledyne Lightfield Software and Digital CCD Camera System. This acquisition is for the NASA Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) and is justified under FAR 12.102(a), as Teledyne Digital Imaging US, Inc. is deemed the sole provider. Interested organizations may submit capabilities to challenge the sole source determination. Responses are due by 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on June 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a complete system including:
- Teledyne Princeton Instruments PIXIS-XO:400B Digital CCD Camera System: A scientific-grade, back-illuminated, NoAR, AIMO CCD with specific technical specifications (1340 x 400 resolution, 20 x 20 um pixel size, thermoelectric cooling, dual speed readout, USB 2.0 interface).
- Conflat Vacuum Open Nose Assembly: Designed for the PIXIS-XO detector, with clear holes and English (imperial) hardware.
- LightField Acquisition Software: Features a built-in Math Engine, full acquisition support for Teledyne Princeton Instruments cameras and spectrometers, a user interface with LabView, Matlab, and Python support, and includes free 1-year maintenance upgrades.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Contract (Commercial items/services under FAR Part 12)
- NAICS Code: 334516 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies)
- Place of Performance: NASA Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC), Martin Rd SW, Huntsville Alabama 35808.
- Period of Performance: 30 days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
- Response Due: June 24, 2026, by 3:00 p.m. CST.
- Published: June 22, 2026.
Evaluation
This is a notice of intent to award a sole source contract. Submissions from interested organizations will be evaluated solely to determine if the procurement can be conducted on a competitive basis. A determination not to compete is at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
Oral communications are not acceptable. NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The primary point of contact is Cody Guidry, Procurement Specialist II, at cody.d.guidry@nasa.gov.