Specifications for SALAD PR - Aug2023.docx

This document contains specifications for a purchase request for an optical multiplexer and spectrometer for use in a SALAD instrument. The multiplexer must have a wavelength range of 250-800nm, SMA 905 optical fiber connectors, over 60% optical throughput at 650nm, switching time of at least 150ms, serial RS-232 data interface, 2 input channels and 8 output channels, and 600um fiber diameter. The spectrometer requirements include an integration time of 8-3600s, 50um entrance slit, 18-bit A/D resolution, 11 cm-1 optical resolution, USB and RS-232 data interfaces with 480MBps throughput, and a physical mass of 3lbs or less. Both the multiplexer and spectrometer must be compatible.

The related federal contract opportunity is solicitation number 80NSSC23843904Q from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Shared Services Center to procure optical components for a SALAD instrument. The opportunity type is listed as a Special Notice. No further details are provided on pricing terms, response dates, set asides, or incumbents.