Intensified Charge Coupled Device with high quantum efficiency in the Ultraviolet

NASA's National Aeronautics and Space Administration Shared Services Center has issued a Special Notice for a specialized scientific instrument procurement. The notice concerns an Intensified Charge Coupled Device (ICCD) with high quantum efficiency in the ultraviolet spectrum, intended for a 266 nm Spatial Heterodyne Raman Spectrometer System. The procurement is specifically targeted at acquiring a highly technical imaging device with precise specifications for scientific research purposes. The agency has identified Raptor Photonics, Inc. as the potential sole source vendor for this contract. The opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 541990 for Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services and was posted on June 5, 2025, with a response deadline of June 10, 2025.

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to evaluate potential competitive procurement options for the ICCD instrument, with performance scheduled to occur at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. Interested organizations are invited to submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to Cara Craft (Cara.s.craft@nasa.gov) by 1 p.m. Central Standard Time on the specified deadline. The government will assess submitted capabilities to determine whether to proceed with a competitive procurement, with the final determination remaining at their discretion. The Statement of Work requires a very specific ICCD with technical requirements including a 1024 x 1024 pixel format, 14-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter, low read noise, minimal dark current, and a Gen II high quantum efficiency ultraviolet intensifier. Oral communications are not acceptable, and NASA Clause 1852.215-84 (Ombudsman) will be applicable to this acquisition. The contract duration is expected to be 8-10 weeks from the purchase request award.