SYFT TRACER i8 SELECTIVE ION FLOW TUBE MASS SPECTROMETRY BRAND NAME OR EQUAL 80TECH25Q0087
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AI-generated · Aug 24, 2025Sole-source path for the Syft Tracer i8 SIFT-MS system: the contract will be awarded to Syft Technologies because this system uniquely combines real-time dual-mode ion analysis (positive and negative ions), ppt-level sensitivity, automated multi-location sampling, and seamless compatibility with NASA’s test infrastructure, enabling rapid, broad-range analysis of refrigerants and VOCs without hardware reconfiguration. This is a non-competitive action under applicable procurement authority; NASA is not issuing a formal solicitation at this time, but may accept capability statements to assess whether competition would be advantageous.
Competitive RFQ for Syft Tracer i8 SIFT-MS Brand Name or Equal: a small-business–restricted solicitation seeks quotes for a complete SIFT-MS system under a firm-fixed-price arrangement, with delivery to a NASA facility, instrument installation within a defined period, and a one-year maintenance/service plan. Quotes must reflect a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable evaluation, include required commercial-item representations, and be submitted as a PDF with the necessary SOW and terms. Questions and responses will follow specified deadlines; the award will go to the lowest-priced quote that meets the technical requirements, with standard FAR clauses and NASA ombudsman information applying.
THIS IS A NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD A SOLE SOURCE CONTRACT AND IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTES. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Information Technology Procurement Office (ITPO) intends to issue a sole source contract for the Syft Tracer i8 Selective Ion Flow Tube Mass Spectrometry (SIFT-MS) to: Syft Technologies Inc. 8510 Amy Ct Riverside, California 92504-4028, United States The Syft Tracer i8 Selective Ion Flow Tube Mass Spectrometry (SIFT-MS) system is uniquely capable of meeting the operational demands of NASA. It offers real-time, simultaneous detection and quantification of both positively and negatively charged ions. This enables the system to accurately analyze a wide range of analytes including refrigerants, as well as volatile organic compounds (VOCs) like acetaldehyde, ammonia, and ethanol without the need to physically switch ion sources or reconfigure hardware. The statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition for acquisitions using the procedures in FAR subpart 13.5 is 41 U.S.C. 1901 due to Syft Tracer being the only fully integrated system with a combination of real-time dual-mode ion analysis, ppt-level sensitivity, automated multi-location sampling, and compatibility with the established test infrastructure. The Government intends to acquire a commercial product using FAR Part 12. This synopsis does not constitute a solicitation; however, if any interested party believes they can meet the above requirement, it may submit a statement of capabilities. The statement of capabilities must be submitted in writing and must contain clear and convincing evidence that competition of this requirement would be advantageous to the Government. If parties choose to respond, any cost associated with preparation and submission of data, or any other cost incurred in response to this announcement are the sole responsibility of the respondent and will not be reimbursed by the Government. Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to perform the effort electronically via email to Kaelin Kelley, Contract Specialist, at kaelin.w.kelley@nasa.gov and Cory Rasnic, Contracting Officer, at cory.t.rasnic@nasa.gov no later than 4:00 p.m. (CDT) on July 25, 2025. Such capabilities/qualifications will be evaluated solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct this acquisition on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to compete this acquisition on a full and open competition basis, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the Government. NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman for this acquisition can be found at : https://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/procurement/regs/Procurement-Ombuds-Comp-Advocate-Listing.pdf
From Presolicitation posted on Jul 10, 2025This notice is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products and commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Products and Commercial Services, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This notice is being issued as a Request for Quotations (RFQ) under solicitation number 80TECH25Q0087 for Syft Tracer i8 Selective Ion Flow Tube Mass Spectrometry (SIFT-MS) Brand Name or Equal. The provisions and clauses in the RFQ are those in effect through FAC 2025-04. This acquisition is a total small business set-aside. The NAICS Code and Size Standard are 334516 and 1,000 number of employees number of employees, respectively. The quoter shall state in their quote their size status for this acquisition. All responsible sources may submit a quotewhich will be considered by the agency. Delivery for the items specified in the Statement of Work (SOW) shall be delivered to the following location: NASA Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) POC: TBD 4200 Rideout Road Huntsville, AL 35808 Quotes must include: solicitation number, FOB destination to delivery location, proposed delivery schedule, discount/payment terms, warranty duration (if applicable), taxpayer identification number (TIN), identification of any special commercial terms, and be signed by an authorized company representative. Quoters shall provide the information required by FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items, (Sep 2023), which is incorporated by reference. Addenda to FAR 52.212-1 are as follows: FAR Part 15 does NOT apply. The Government intends to award an order without further communications with Quoters. Consequently, Quoters are highly encouraged to quote their best technical and pricing quotes in their initial submissions. However, the Government reserves the right to communicate with any or all Quoters submitting a technical and price quote, if it is determined advantageous to the Government to do so. This statement is not to be construed to mean that the Government is obligated to communicate with every Quoter. An Quoter may be eliminated from consideration without further communication if its technical and/or pricing quotes are not among those Quoters considered most advantageous to the Government based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable. Interested vendors shall submit a quote for the attached SOW By submitting a response to this solicitation, the Quoter has read, understands, and agrees to the order terms and conditions of the RFQ. The attached documentation to this RFQ includes requirement specifications (as a SOW), and the additional terms and conditions that apply to this RFQ and subsequent award. Only the required minimum amount of information is requested to be provided for proper evaluation. Efforts should be made to keep quotations as brief as possible, concentrating on substantive information essential for a proper evaluation. In responding to this RFQ, it is the quoter s responsibility to provide current, relevant, complete, and accurate information in their quotation. The quotation shall be submitted as a PDF document. PRICING INSTRUCTIONS: All costs (including shipping) to deliver the requirements of the attached SOW shall be included in the quote. The quote shall include a total firm fixed price. Delivery shall be within 8 weeks after receipt of order (ARO). Delivery terms shall be FOB Destination Instrument installation shall be completed within 20 days after delivery. Period of Performance for Preventative Maintenance and Service plan shall begin on receipt of Mass Spectrometer for one year. BASIS FOR AWARD : The evaluation will be conducted using a Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable process and include all vendors who meet the small business standards specified within this solicitation and whose quotes meet or exceed the technical acceptability standards specified in the attached SOW. Award will be made to the vendor with the lowest total priced quote that meets or exceeds the technical acceptability standards. All quoters shall include a completed copy of FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items, (May 2024), or complete electronic annual representations and certifications at SAM.gov with its offer. All quoters shall complete the required RFQ provisions included in the Other RFQ Provisions section of the RFQ. FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Products and Commercial Services, (Nov 2023) is applicable. FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Products and Commercial Services, (Jan 2025)(Deviation Feb 2025) is applicable. NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman for this acquisition can be found at : https://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/procurement/regs/Procurement-Ombuds-Comp-Advocate-Listing.pdf This posting, in addition to any attached documents, will be available on www.Sam.gov. Potential quoters will be responsible for downloading their own copy of this combination synopsis/solicitation and amendments (if any). All questions must be submitted electronically via email to Contracting Officer Cory Rasnic at cory.t.rasnic@nasa.gov no later than 12:00 PM CDT on July 25, 2025. Telephone questions will not be accepted. Responses to this combined synopsis/solicitation must be received via email to Contracting Officer Cory Rasnic at cory.t.rasnic@nasa.gov no later than 4:00 PM CDT on July 29, 2025. The Government is not responsible for any failure attributable to the transmission or receipt of documents submitted using electronic means, including the missing of any established deadlines. Failure to submit a complete electronic quote by the due date and time specified for this RFQ shall result in the quote being inelligble for award.
From Combined Synopsis/Solicitation posted on Jul 23, 2025Notice history
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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation LATEST Posted Jul 23, 2025View changes (5)
- Title: Syft Tracer i8 Selective Ion Flow Tube Mass Spectrometry (SIFT-MS) → SYFT TRACER i8 SELECTIVE ION FLOW TUBE MASS SPECTROMETRY BRAND NAME OR EQUAL
- Description: Description was updated
- Notice Type: Presolicitation → Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Response Deadline: Jul 25, 2025 → Jul 29, 2025
- Set-Aside: No Set aside used → Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
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