Reduced Gravity Modification of 737-73W Aircraft
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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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), specifically the Armstrong Flight Research Center, has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) for the Reduced Gravity Modification of a 737-73W Aircraft. This action justifies a sole-source contract award to Denmar Technical Services, Inc. to support the Reduced Gravity Test Bed Project, which is critical for performing validation testing on Space Suits for the Artemis program. This is not a solicitation for proposals.
Scope of Work
The required services include:
- Conducting a feasibility assessment of the Boeing 737-73W for NASA's reduced gravity mission.
- Modifying the aircraft cabin to support reduced gravity operations.
- Performing overdue maintenance and inspections.
- Executing airworthiness restoration tasks.
- Painting the aircraft exterior with NASA identifiers.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price.
- Period of Performance: June 1, 2026, to October 1, 2026.
- Set-Aside: None (sole-source justification).
Justification
This action is justified under FAR 6.104-1(a)(1) and 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) due to the unique qualifications and circumstances of Denmar Technical Services, Inc. The company is currently performing classified USAF modifications on the aircraft and possesses unique knowledge of its airworthiness status, making them the only viable source for this immediate requirement.
Additional Notes
A notice of intent was previously posted on SAM.gov on April 8, 2026. One response was received from Reduced Gravity Solutions Inc. (RGS), but they were deemed incapable of performing the required services. NASA will continue to examine the market for future alternative solutions.