MSI GeForce RTX 5080 INSPIRE 3X OC Graphics Cards

NASA Shared Services Center is seeking to procure twelve MSI GeForce RTX 5080 INSPIRE 3X OC Graphics Cards for NASA Langley Research Center to support ongoing research and simulation tools including computational fluid dynamics, real-time virtual prototyping, machine learning model training, and high-fidelity rendering in advanced flight dynamics studies. This is a brand name requirement that specifically mandates MSI graphics cards with OEM Part # G5080-16I3C, as only MSI's firmware and driver tuning for the INSPIRE 3X OC line ensures maximum GPU utilization while minimizing system crashes critical for the research applications. The solicitation restricts participation to authorized resellers only, and vendors must reference tracking number 80NSSC25909644Q in their email subject lines when submitting quotes. The government will evaluate offers using the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) criteria, awarding the contract to the responsible offeror with the lowest qualifying price. Quotes are due by July 15, 2025 at 7:00 a.m. CT, with vendors required to submit their responses via email to the contracting officer.

This procurement is set aside exclusively for small businesses under NAICS code 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), requiring vendors to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and maintain small business status. While no incumbent contractors are specifically mentioned, the brand name justification emphasizes that using alternative graphics cards would require costly redevelopment and retesting that could jeopardize ongoing research in the Crew Systems and Aviation Operations Branch. The solicitation does not specify a contract value or budget range, focusing instead on the technical requirement for exactly twelve graphics cards. Performance will take place at NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia, with a delivery timeframe of 30 days after receipt of order (ARO). The procurement is managed through solicitation number 80NSSC25909644Q and falls under PSC category 7E20 for IT and telecommunications end-user equipment.