Teledyne FLIR cameras

NASA Shared Services Center has issued a Request for Quotation for the procurement of 25 Teledyne FLIR cameras to support the SCALPSS 2.0 development project. The specific camera requirements include 15 Blackfly S GigE 24.5 MP Mono C-mount cameras, 3 Blackfly S GigE 8 MP Color C-mount cameras, 1 Blackfly S GigE 5 MP Color C-mount camera, 3 Blackfly S GigE 8 MP Mono C-mount cameras, and 3 Oryx 10GigE 5 MP Color C-mount cameras. The cameras will be utilized for trade studies in the development of the SCALPSS 2.0 system, with NASA emphasizing the need for compatibility with existing Teledyne FLIR API/SDK software to avoid costly delays and redevelopment efforts. The evaluation will be conducted on a lowest-price technically acceptable basis, with awards made to offerors who demonstrate the ability to meet all solicitation requirements. Quotes are due by August 28, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. Central Time, and vendors must include their CAGE/UEI code, FOB destination terms, delivery lead times, and point of contact information in their submissions.

This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside opportunity, restricting participation to qualified small business entities. While NASA initially prepared justification for sole-source procurement citing software compatibility concerns and potential delays from vendor changes, the opportunity has been opened to competitive bidding among small businesses. Delivery of all camera equipment is required no later than September 30, 2025, providing a tight timeline of approximately one month from award to delivery. The solicitation falls under NAICS code 334513 for Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing and PSC code 5999 for Miscellaneous Electrical and Electronic Components. The procurement represents a specialized acquisition for NASA's ongoing SCALPSS development efforts, with the cameras serving as critical components for the agency's research and development activities.