American Society of Mechanical Engineers Code Tube pressure vessels

SOL #: 80MSFC26Q0004Special Notice

Overview

Buyer

National Aeronautics And Space Administration

NASA MARSHALL SPACE FLIGHT CENTER

HUNTSVILLE, AL, 35812, United States

Place of Performance

Huntsville, AL

NAICS

Metal Tank (Heavy Gauge) Manufacturing (332420)

PSC

Purchase Of Exhibit Design (Non Building) (E1PB)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/134aebd1181d40e5aaf3cc75ea482b86/view

Timeline

Posted

Apr 23, 2026

Last Updated

May 11, 2026

Action Date

May 8, 2026, 8:00 PM

Qualification Details

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 NASA Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) intends to issue a sole source contract to FIBA TECHNOLOGIES, INC. for American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Code Tube pressure vessels. This requirement is for 12 vessels, configured as three 4-pack sets, each with an individual maximum volume of approximately 60 cubic feet. These vessels are to be delivered to MSFC in Huntsville, AL. Interested organizations must submit capabilities by May 8, 2026, 3 p.m. CST.

Scope of Requirement

NASA/MSFC requires ASME Code Tube pressure vessels with an individual maximum volume of approximately 60 cubic feet (water volume). These vessels will be delivered in a stacked set of 4 configuration, with a total of 3 sets (12 total tube vessels). The total combined water volume for each 4-pack configuration is approximately 233 cubic feet. The vessels will be unloaded by onsite personnel upon delivery to MSFC.

Contract Details

Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Sole Source Intent)
Intended Contractor: FIBA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
Justification: The decision to sole source is based on the need for the new vessels to match those purchased in 2017 from FIBA Technologies, as the existing foundations were built based on their drawings. This ensures compatibility and integration with existing infrastructure.
Authority: This procurement is pursuant to FAR subpart 13.5(a)(1)(ii) in accordance with 41 U.S.C.1901, and the Government intends to acquire a commercial item using FAR Part 12.
Set-Aside: None specified (sole source intent).
Place of Performance: Huntsville, AL.

Response Information

Interested organizations capable of performing this effort may submit their capabilities and qualifications. Submissions must be sent electronically via email to Stephanie Darnell, Contracting Officer, at stephanie.darnell@nasa.gov.