Imager CX3P 5 Camera & System Computer (10 Core)

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration Shared Services Center has issued a Special Notice for a sole source procurement of specialized imaging equipment valued under NAICS code 513210 (Software Publishers). The acquisition involves an Imager CX3P 5 Camera system with integrated Scheimpflug mounts and an accompanying 10-core system computer, specifically manufactured by LaVision Inc. This procurement is designated as a sole source requirement due to the unique technical specifications and compatibility requirements with NASA's existing testing infrastructure at Langley Research Center. The equipment includes high-resolution cameras (2440 x 2040 pixels) capable of 241 frames per second, along with a powerful computer system featuring 64 GB RAM, 10 TB storage, and specialized DaVis software integration. The estimated delivery timeline is 30 days after receipt of order.

The primary purpose of this Special Notice is to notify potential contractors of NASA's intent to proceed with a sole source award to LaVision Inc. while providing an opportunity for other qualified vendors to demonstrate their capabilities. Interested organizations must submit written capability statements and qualifications to Procurement Specialist Shanna Patterson by 7:00 AM Central Standard Time on August 4, 2025, with oral communications explicitly prohibited. The government will evaluate these submissions solely to determine whether competitive procurement is feasible, though the final decision remains at NASA's discretion. NASA has justified the sole source approach based on the critical need for software and hardware compatibility with existing LaVision equipment already deployed in their testing environment, citing concerns that alternative vendors could introduce compatibility issues, system reliability problems, and potential testing schedule delays. The procurement will be conducted under FAR Parts 12 and 13 for commercial items, with performance occurring at NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia.