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Radiometric Sensor Calibration and Traceability

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Response Deadline11/03/2026, 04:59:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract for NASA Headquarters involves the pre-deployment and post-deployment laboratory calibration of HyperNav radiometric systems. The selected provider will perform at least nine sensor calibrations annually using laboratory-grade equipment to maintain measurement accuracy and ensure full traceability to recognized standards. All work must adhere to the technical literature standards accepted by the NASA Ocean Ecology Lab. The primary deliverables for this engagement include detailed calibration reports and certified documentation of sensor accuracy. This effort supports prime contractors on NASA projects under NAICS code 541380, with a response deadline set for November 3, 2026.

General Info

NASA subcontract for annual HyperNav radiometric system calibrations and certified accuracy reports.

Agency

National Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Headquarters

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services

Place of Performance

DC

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of NASA-SVC-PACE-OCI.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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System Vicarious Calibration (SVC) of the NASA Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem (PACE) Ocean Color Instrument (OCI) Using HyperNAV

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Timeline

PostedOct 16

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Response DeadlineNov 3

Submission deadline

Response Deadline

11/03/2026, 04:59:00 AM UTCin 17 days

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AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Headquarters

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Organization / AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Headquarters

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Performs pre-deployment and post-deployment laboratory calibrations of HyperNav radiometric systems for prime contractors on NASA Headquarters projects. Conducts a minimum of nine sensor calibrations per year using laboratory-grade radiometric equipment to ensure measurement accuracy and traceability to recognized standards. Meets technical literature standards accepted by NASA Ocean Ecology Lab. Delivers calibration reports and certified sensor accuracy documentation.

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