NASA/GSFC has a requirement for WAFER. Specifications and features are as follows:
1) 640 x 512 Readout Integrated Circuits (ROICs)
2) 15-micron pixel pitch
3) 37 A-grade die on 6-inch wafer
4) CD with complete test data
NASA/GSFC intends to purchase the items from FLIR SYSTEMS INC. It is our understanding that FLIR SYSTEMS INC is the only vendor who meet all of our requirements. The Authority is FAR 13.106(b)(1), only one source reasonably available.
The Government intends to acquire a commercial item using FAR Part 12 and Simplified Acquisition Procedures set forth in FAR Part 13.
Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to in writing to YOLANDA WILLIAMS, via email at Yolanda.A.Williams@nasa.gov or fax to 301-286-1720, (email preferred), not later than 4:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (ET) on September 2, 2008. Such capabilities/qualifications will be evaluated solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed effort on a full and open competition basis, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the government.
This synopsis is for information and planning purposes and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government nor will the Government pay for information solicited. Respondents will not be notified of the results of the evaluation. Respondents deemed fully qualified will be considered in any resultant solicitation for the requirement(s).
Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice.
All responsible sources may submit an offer which shall be considered by the agency.
An Ombudsman has been appointed. See NASA Specific Note "B".
Any referenced notes may be viewed at the following URLs linked below.