X-ray Diffractometer for Advanced Residual Stress Measurements

Notice of Intent to Sole Source THIS IS A NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD A SOLE SOURCE CONTRACT AND IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIV QUOTES. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Glenn Research Center (GRC) intends to award a firm fixed price sole source contract under the authority of FAR 6.302-1 only one responsible source to: Bruker AXS LLC (Other than Small Business) 5465 E. Cheryl Parkway Madison, WI 53711 The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this requirement is 334516- Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing. NASA Glenn Research Center has a requirement for a X-Ray Diffractometer System with a focus on advanced residual stress measurements based on 2D X-ray diffraction data. The diffractometer shall meet the system-level performance requirements as described in the Statement of Work (SOW), major tasks for this effort are described in the following sections: System Reconfigurability; System Accuracy; System Range; Radiation and Safety Enclosure; Generator; X-Ray Tubes; Goniometer; Incident Beam Optics; Detectors; Primary Detector; Secondary Detector; Sample Stage; Sample Alignment; Reference Sample; Cooling; Electrical Interfaces; Ancillary Equipment; Computer System; Security Functions; Computer Hardware; Computer Software; Instrument Control and Data Acquisition software; Data analysis software support; Support; Warranty; Documentation The full scope for this requirement is described in further detail in the enclosed SOW. Bruker AXS LLC is the proprietary owner of the current X-ray detector system. The X-ray detector was developed and is manufactured by Bruker and is designed to be integrated only into Bruker instruments. Bruker alone has the expertise and proprietary knowledge to integrate the X-ray detector into a diffractometer instrument to enable proper operation meeting NASA needs. Use of any other technology would not be compatible with the Bruker X-Ray Diffractometer System and would not allow advanced residual stress measurements on research materials. No other detector can satisfy the NASA requirements of multiple materials research programs that depend on these measurements. This synopsis does not constitute a solicitation, however, if any interested party believes they can meet the above requirement, it may submit a statement of capabilities. The statement of capabilities must be submitted in writing and must contain clear and convincing evidence that competition of this requirement would be advantageous to the Government. Please note that if parties choose to respond, the Government will not provide reimbursement for any costs incurred from the preparation and submission of documents. Capability statements shall be submitted by e-mail ONLY as a Microsoft Work or Adobe PDF attachment no later than August 16,2023 to the following address: [email protected]