Lasers & Amplifiers

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration Shared Services Center (NASA/NSSC) has issued a Special Notice for Lasers & Amplifiers, intending to award a sole source contract to Xsoptix, a company located in Madison, Connecticut. The procurement is specifically for NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) and will involve the acquisition of commercial items and services under FAR Part 12 and Part 13. NASA has determined that Xsoptix is the sole provider of the required laser and amplifier components for this project. The notice is classified under NAICS Code 334515 for Instrument Manufacturing, and the government will evaluate whether to proceed with full and open competition based on responses received. The acquisition process will follow specific federal acquisition regulations and guidelines.

Interested organizations have until 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on March 4, 2025, to submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to the designated points of contact, Kacey Hickman (Procurement Specialist) or Kimberlynn Lancaster (Contracting Officer). The primary objective is to procure specialized laser components, including two diode lasers and four tapered semiconductor amplifiers, for a lidar prototype operating at 780 nm. Contractors must provide written documentation demonstrating their ability to meet the technical specifications outlined in the Statement of Work. The government retains sole discretion in determining whether to compete the procurement on a full and open basis. Oral communications will not be accepted in response to this notice. The procurement will utilize NASA Clause 1852.215-84 regarding the Ombudsman, and interested parties can find additional information about the Center Ombudsman through the provided web link.