NASA/LaRC has a requirement for AERODYNAMIC PARTICLE SIZER AND AEROSOL DILUTER. NASA/LaRC intends to purchase the items from TSI Incorporated, MN. TSI is the only known source that makes a device that can measure particle aerodynamic diameter in the range of one micron or less. The specifications are attached. The sole source authority is FAR 13.106-1 The Government intends to acquire a commercial item using FAR Part 12. Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to perform the effort in writing to the identified point of contact not later than 4:30 p.m. local time on June 29, 2004. Such capabilities/qualifications will be evaluated solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed effort on a full and open competition basis, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the government. Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice. All responsible sources may submit an offer which shall be considered by the agency. An Ombudsman has been appointed. See NASA Specific Note "B". Any referenced notes may be viewed at the following URLs linked below.

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