Modicon Schneider Electric Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) equipment
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Shared Services Center is soliciting quotes for Modicon Schneider Electric Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) equipment for the NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC). This procurement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The equipment is required to ensure compatibility and uniformity with existing GRC facilities and PLC systems. Quotes are due by April 7, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. CT.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the acquisition of specific Schneider Electric Modicon M580 PLC Equipment. The detailed list of hardware components includes rack enclosures, backplanes, Ethernet modules, various standard and shielded cord sets, protective covers, Input/Output modules (RIO, Analog, Discrete), processor modules, and power supply modules. Each item is specified with a quantity, part number, and description.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ)
- Contract Type: Implied Firm-Fixed-Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Period of Performance: 30 days After Receipt of Order (ARO), with a need "As soon as possible."
- Place of Performance: NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC), 21000 Brookpark Rd, Bldg 14 Rm 111, Cleveland, OH 44135.
- Quote Submission Deadline: April 7, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. CT.
- Technical/Contractual Questions Due: April 6, 2026, by 1:00 p.m. CT.
- Published Date: April 3, 2026.
Key Requirements
Offerors must provide Modicon M580 PLC Equipment. The distributor must be Authorized/Certified through the Schneider Electric Alliance Industrial Automation Distributor (IAD) program. Verification of this authorization can be confirmed via the Schneider Electric website (https://www.se.com/us/en/partners/distributors/industrial-automation/).
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted via email to Laura Quave at laura.a.quave@nasa.gov. Required Quote Information:
- Cage Code
- UEI #
- ARO delivery time/Lead Time
- Shipping information (if applicable)
- Any applicable discounts Quotes must remain valid for 30 days. Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Offers must demonstrate satisfactory fulfillment of all requirements. Offerors must be registered at www.sam.gov.
Additional Notes
This procurement is justified as a brand name requirement due to the need for compatibility and uniformity with existing GRC facilities and the current PLC system, aiming to minimize spare parts and facilitate cross-training. Delivery is FOB Destination. The government will not pay with a Credit Card.