Schneider Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) hardware Equipment.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Request for Quotation (RFQ) seeks Schneider Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) hardware equipment. The procurement is specifically for "Brand Name" Schneider PLC hardware and is set aside for small businesses. Vendors must be authorized resellers through the Schneider Electric Alliance Industrial Automation Distributor (IAD) program.

• Procurement is for Schneider Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) hardware.

• Vendors must be an Authorized/Certified Schneider Electric Alliance Industrial Automation Distributor (IAD).

• Hardware must be identical to the make and model currently in use, new (never used), in original packaging, and not refurbished.

• Quotes must include: Net 30 terms, FOB Destination, Cage Code & UEI #, ARO delivery time/Lead Time, and any applicable discounts.

• Not explicitly stated, but implied to be a firm-fixed-price contract based on Section 8.

• Delivery is FOB Destination.

• Quotes are due by 4/28/2026 at 4:00 p.m. CT to Laura Quave at laura.a.quave@nasa.gov.

• Contractual and technical questions are due in writing (email) to Laura Quave by 4/24/2026 at 12:00 p.m. CT.

• Quotes shall remain valid for 30 days.

• Quotes must list two points of contact (name, phone number, email).

• Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose offer is the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA).

• Offers not deemed technically acceptable will be removed from consideration.

• This procurement is set aside for small business.

• Vendors must be authorized resellers through the Schneider Electric Alliance Industrial Automation Distributor (IAD) program.

• Offerors must be registered at www.sam.gov.

• The Statement of Work (SOW) is provided as an attachment due to its length.

• The NAICS Code for this procurement is 334513.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR and NFS clauses by reference, including provisions related to Duty-Free Entry, Place of Manufacture, System for Award Management, and Export Licenses.

Recommendation and Determination to Solicit from One Source / Brand Name

This document recommends negotiating with a single vendor or for a specific brand name due to the unique characteristics of the items or services, making competition impractical. It outlines the justification for a sole source or brand name procurement.

• The procurement is for Schneider Electric Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) automation hardware.

• This hardware has been standardized across NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC) aerospace test facilities.

• The hardware must be identical to the make and model currently in use, new, and in original packaging.

• Only authorized/certified distributors through the Schneider Electric Alliance Industrial Automation Distributor (IAD) program can guarantee the source, condition, safety, security, and warranty.

• The document includes placeholders for the "Vendor Name," "Enter Dollar amount" (estimated cost), and "Date" (estimated period of performance or lead-time for delivery).

• Not applicable, as this document is a recommendation for a sole source/brand name procurement, not a solicitation for proposals.

• The justification is based on the need for specific Schneider Electric PLC hardware, implying a brand-specific requirement.

• Using another brand would incur significant time and labor costs, unacceptable test schedule delays, require additional training, and necessitate purchasing extra spare units, making it operationally cost and time prohibitive.

Statement of Work (SOW)

This SOW details the requirements for acquiring Schneider PLC Hardware for NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC).

• Hardware Requirements: All purchased hardware must be identical to the existing equipment in use, new (never used), and in original packaging. Refurbished items are not acceptable.

• Authorization: Vendors must be Authorized/Certified through the Schneider Electric Alliance Industrial Automation Distributor (IAD) program. Verification is available at https://www.se.com/us/en/partners/distributors/industrial-automation/.

• Specific Components: The document lists detailed part numbers, quantities, and descriptions for various Schneider Electric PLC components, including:

  • RACK X80 - 10 SLOTS - REDUNDANT PS - ETHERNET BACKPLANE
  • POWER SUPPLY MODULE X80
  • OPC UA MODULE M580
  • HIGH PERFORMANCE ETHERNET MODULE
  • SERIAL LINK MODULE
  • MODICON X80 EIO DROP ADAPTER
  • DISCRETE OUTPUT MODULE X80
  • HIGH SPEED COUNTER 2 CH
  • HSC CONNECTOR KIT
  • ANALOG OUTPUT MODULE X80
  • ANALOG INPUT MODULE X80
  • CORD SET - 40-WAY TERMINAL
  • CONNECTION SUB-BASE ABE7

• Period of Performance: 30 days After Receipt of Order (ARO).

• Place of Performance: Glenn Research Center (GRC), 21000 Brookpark RD, Building 334, Cleveland, OH 44135.

• Vendors must be authorized distributors who can guarantee the source, condition, safety, security, and warranty of the PLC automation hardware.