To procure instrumentation for reactant supply flow measurement
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) / NSSC intends to award an 8(a) Sole Source contract to ALICAT SCIENTIFIC INC. for the procurement of instrumentation for reactant supply flow measurement. This effort will support operations at NASA/Glenn Research Center (GRC). The government has determined ALICAT SCIENTIFIC INC. to be the sole provider under FAR 12.102(a). Interested organizations may submit capabilities by May 1, 2026, to challenge the sole source determination.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of specialized instrumentation necessary for reactant supply flow measurement. The specific details of the instrumentation are not provided, but it is intended for use at NASA's Glenn Research Center.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source (8(a) Sole Source under FAR 19.8, justified under FAR 12.102(a))
- Procuring Center: NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC)
- Place of Performance: NASA/Glenn Research Center (GRC)
- NAICS Code: 334513 (Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables)
- Response Due: May 1, 2026, 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time
- Published: April 29, 2026
Evaluation
Submissions of capabilities and qualifications from interested organizations will be evaluated solely to determine whether to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. The government retains sole discretion in deciding whether or not to compete this proposed effort. Oral communications are not acceptable.
Additional Notes
NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman information is available on the NASA procurement website. Primary Point of Contact: McKenzie Hanson, Procurement Specialist, McKenzie.M.Hanson@nasa.gov.