Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Reduced Gravity Modification of 737-73W Aircraft
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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) / Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC) has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for the Reduced Gravity Modification of a Boeing 737-73W Aircraft (S/N 40116). NASA/AFRC intends to award a sole-source contract to Denmar Technical Services, Inc., citing FAR 6.103-1 (Only one responsible source). Interested organizations may submit capabilities to challenge this sole-source determination. Responses are due by April 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves modifying a Boeing 737-73W aircraft to enable reduced gravity flight operations. The scope includes:
- Feasibility assessment for reduced gravity missions.
- Modification of the aircraft cabin to support operations.
- Exterior painting to include NASA identifiers.
- Performance of all overdue scheduled maintenance tasks.
- Providing disposition for full-life of all permanent modifications made during previous programs.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (Presolicitation)
- Intended Awardee: Denmar Technical Services, Inc.
- Authority: FAR 6.103-1 (Only one responsible source)
- Acquisition Method: Commercial product or service using FAR Part 12
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Intent)
- Response Due: April 13, 2026, by 11:00 AM PDT
- Published: April 8, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Interested organizations must submit their capabilities and qualifications electronically to Jenni Schnarr (jennifer.schnarr@nasa.gov) and Melissa Newell (melissa.newell@nasa.gov). Submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if the acquisition can be conducted on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to compete this acquisition on a full and open competition basis, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the Government.
Additional Notes
NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable.