Polisher/Grinder integrated with a Fluid Dispenser, Discs, and Sample Holders
Overview
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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), specifically the NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC), intends to issue a sole source contract to ALLIED HIGH TECH PRODUCTS, INC. for a Polisher/Grinder integrated with a Fluid Dispenser, Discs, and Sample Holders. This procurement is for the NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC). The government is acquiring commercial items and services under FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 13. Responses from interested organizations are due by April 14, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the procurement of specialized laboratory equipment:
- A Polisher/Grinder integrated with a Fluid Dispenser
- Associated Discs
- Sample Holders
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Contract (intended)
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8)
- NAICS Code: 334516 (Combination And Miscellaneous Instruments)
- Response Due: April 14, 2026, by 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time
- Published: April 7, 2026
- Place of Performance: NASA/Glenn Research Center (GRC)
Evaluation
NASA/NSSC intends to award this contract to ALLIED HIGH TECH PRODUCTS, INC. under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), as they have been determined to be the sole provider of the required items. Interested organizations may submit written capabilities and qualifications to the identified point of contact. These submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis. The government retains sole discretion regarding the decision to compete this effort. Oral communications are not acceptable.
Additional Notes
NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman information can be found at http://prod.nais.nasa.gov/pub/pub_library/Omb.html.
Primary Point of Contact: McKenzie Hanson, Procurement Specialist, McKenzie.M.Hanson@nasa.gov.