NASA Glenn Research Center Scanning Electron Microscope

NASA Glenn Research Center requires a high-resolution, thermal Schottky type field emission scanning electron microscope capable of both high and low vacuum modes of operation for organic and inorganic sample evaluation. The microscope must have an integrated ESD and particle analysis stage that can image samples up to 8kg without destruction and accommodate those up to 100mm in height and 200mm in diameter. It will be used for high resolution imaging of polymer, metal, and ceramic materials for fatigue and reaction evaluation under high temperature testing. Interested parties should submit a three page capability statement by December 1st, 2023 to the identified contracting officers.

There is no set-aside designated for this procurement. The primary NAICS code is 334516 and PSC code is J070. As the incumbent, key technical details include the microscope's ability to image samples weighing up to 8kg without damage at resolutions allowing analysis of high-cycle fatigue and reactions under testing up to 200mm in size and 100mm in height. Remote operation capability is also required.