NASA/GSFC has a requirement for the production of one Polarimetric Camera with the following specifications:
• FD-1665 3CCD Camera based on Sony ICX285 1384x1086 3 X 1.4MP Monochrome CCD
• Standard Neutral Prism Set. Depending on results, different prism coating may be needed to reduce polarization from prism
• Custom 0,60, and 120 Degree Polarizer configuration
• 2,000 x 1 Contrast Ratio
• 400nm-1000nm range per channel
• 3 Channel Firewire 1394a connectivity
• Software Development Kit
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(1) ea / Nikon 14mm F2.8 Lens
NASA/GSFC intends to purchase the items from FluxData, Inc pursuant to FAR 13.106, for the acquisition of supplies or services determined to be reasonably available from only one source.
The Government intends to acquire a commercial item using FAR Part 12.
Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to perform the effort in writing to the identified point of contact not later than 4:30 p.m. local time on September 25, 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.
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.