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70 -- CUSTOMIZED DTI VIRTUAL WINDOW MODEL 2018XL 3D DISPLAY SYSTEM SOL 99057DA1 DUE 033199 POC Mary F. Thomas, Contract Specialist, Phone (281) 483-8828, Fax (281) 483-2138, Email mary.f.thomas1@jsc.nasa.gov -- Ronald Johnson, Contracting Officer, Phone (281) 483-4164, Fax (281) 483-2138, Email ronald.johnson1@jsc.nasa.gov WEB: Click here for the latest information about this notice, http://nais.nasa.gov/EPS/JSC/date.html#99057DA1. E-MAIL: Mary F. Thomas, mary.f.thomas1@jsc.nasa.gov. NASA/JSC plans to issue a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for an Autostereoscopic Collimated Display. This display is part of a research effort to develop technologies for out-the-window displays to be used in simulators. These simulators are used for training on-orbit robotics operations. This particular purchase is for a prototype system to be used in an existing simulator called the Prototype Part Task Trainer (P2T2). The system must meet the following requirements: (1) be capable of sitting on a desktop so that the operator can use it in a sitting position from a few feet away; (2) produce an image of at least 18 inch diagonal; (3) produce an image of at least 1280x1024 resolution; (4) provide the operator with a stereo image without the use of special glasses or any other device that must be worn by the operator (autostereoscopic); (5) produce an image that is viewed with eyes focused at or near infinity (collimated); (6) accept a signal from a Silicon Graphics Onyx2 computer system through an RGB interface; (7) system documentation and cables and connectors to compatible VGA must be included; (8) system must carry at least an one-year warranty on standard parts and labor; (9) vendor required to install system. This procurement is being conducted under the Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP). NASA/JSC intends to purchase the system from Dimensions Technology, Incorporated (DTI) of Rochester, New York. DTI was found to be the only source able to provide the needed system enhancements to the Model 2018XL 3D Display to include autostereoscopic technology and collimation. The Government intends to acquire a commercial item using FAR Part 12. Interested firms have 15 days from the publication of this synopsis to submit in writing to the identified point of contact, their qualifications/capabilities. Such qualifications/capabilities will be used solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. Responses received after the 15 days or without the required information will be considered nonresponsive to the synopsis and will not be considered. A determination by the Government to not compete this proposed effort on a full and open competitive 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 Internet Note "B". Posted 03/17/99 (D-SN309764). (0076)

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