L1 Series XRIS QASP.pdf

This document is a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) related to a pre-solicitation for the Space Weather Next Lagrange 1 Series X-ray Irradiance Sensor (XRIS) instrument. The XRIS instrument is used to measure solar radiation and detect changes in solar activity to help predict space weather events that can impact Earth's atmosphere and communications systems.

The pre-solicitation is seeking capability statements from interested parties, including small businesses and underserved communities, to determine the appropriate level of competition and small business subcontracting goals. The Government is requesting information on the company's ability to perform the effort, the feasibility of using the sensor in other orbits, the impact of adding a flare location identification requirement, and assessments of the proposed schedule (accelerated, nominal, and conservative). The Government will use this information to finalize the Request for Proposal (RFP) as necessary. Responses are due by June 14, 2024, and the Government may hold one-on-one discussions with interested parties at a future date.