NETZSCH LFA717 HyperFlash System
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) / NSSC intends to award a sole source contract to NETZSCH INSTRUMENTS NORTH AMERICA, LLC for a NETZSCH LFA717 HyperFlash System. This system is required for evaluating the thermal diffusivity and thermal conductivity of materials at NASA Ames Research Center (ARC). Interested organizations may submit capabilities by May 27, 2026, to challenge the sole source determination.
Scope of Work
The procurement is for a NETZSCH LFA 717 HyperFlash® Flash Diffusivity Testing Apparatus with Zoom optics. This system provides contactless measurement of thermal diffusivity, specific heat, and thermal conductivity according to ASTM and DIN standards. Key features include an embedded Xenon flash system, a high-speed detector, an integrated 16-sample changer, and a gas-tight sample chamber with purge capability. The system includes Proteus software, a steel furnace (RT to 500°C), an InSb detector, ZoomOptics, a cooling device, and a reduced pressure/gas cycling system. Installation and commissioning by a NETZSCH service engineer are included. The customer is responsible for providing a computer and a refrigerated bath circulator.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source (FAR 12.102(a))
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8)
- NAICS Code: 334516
- Response Due: May 27, 2026, 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time
- Published: May 22, 2026
- Place of Performance: NASA Ames Research Center (ARC), Moffett Field, CA 94035-1000
- Period of Performance: 7 weeks After Receipt of Order (ARO)
Evaluation
Capabilities and qualifications submitted by interested organizations will be evaluated solely to determine if this procurement can be conducted on a competitive basis. The government's decision not to compete this effort is at its discretion.
Additional Notes
This acquisition is subject to NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman. Oral communications are not acceptable. The primary point of contact is McKenzie Hanson (Procurement Specialist) at McKenzie.M.Hanson@nasa.gov.