operational handheld explosive and drug detection systems

NASA's Shared Services Center seeks operational handheld explosive and drug detection systems, with quotes due October 14, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Central Time. The procurement is a total small business set-aside and carries a brand-name requirement for SEEKER Pro-Full units.

Place of performance is the United States; delivery shall be FOB Destination to NASA Glenn Research Center. The requirement specifies two fully assembled DetectaChem SEEKER Pro-Full handheld detection systems configured with Spectrum Matrix Analysis technology, each capable of detecting all major groups of explosives and common narcotics simultaneously. Units must meet MIL-STD 810H ruggedization with IP66 water resistance, feature an LCD touch screen, support over 100,000 on-device test results, include internal rechargeable lithium-ion battery with minimum 12-hour runtime, start up in under 30 seconds, measure approximately 5.7 inches × 3.5 inches × 2.1 inches at 0.9 pounds, and offer Bluetooth and USB connectivity with ApexR7 Raman Spectrometer compatibility. Each unit shall include 20 test cards, accessories, technical manuals, and user support materials. The contractor must complete system configuration, functional testing, and delivery within 30 days from procurement, provide basic operational familiarization training to Office of Protective Services personnel, and furnish minimum one-year manufacturer warranty with ongoing support including troubleshooting and software updates.

The NAICS code is 334511 (Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing); PSC is 4210 (Fire Fighting Equipment). Award will be made on lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) basis to the responsible offeror. Quotes must remain valid for 30 days and offerors must be registered in SAM.gov. All technical and contractual questions are due October 13, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Central Time via email to McKenzie Hanson at McKenzie.M.Hanson@nasa.gov; telephone questions will not be accepted. Quotes should include two points of contact with name, phone number, and email address.