Energy Storage Systems (ESS) equipment and support
ID: 80NSSC885314QType: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONUS

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing (335999)

PSC

ENERGY R&D SERVICES; ENERGY SUPPLY; BASIC RESEARCH (AG11)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7494dccc71414d76a7ffda4d09cc6e76/view
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    NASA's National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking suppliers for Energy Storage Systems (ESS) equipment and support, specifically aimed at enhancing the safety and performance of electric Vertical Take-off and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The procurement involves the manufacturing of a system-level ESS pack, which includes battery modules and management systems, as well as engineering support for test planning and optional post-test inspections. This initiative is critical for addressing certification barriers and promoting environmentally friendly aviation technologies, with a contract execution timeline of 18 months from award and equipment delivery expected no earlier than October 1, 2025. Interested parties must submit their qualifications by 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on November 21, 2024, and all correspondence should reference ID 80NSSC885314Q. For further inquiries, contact Lindsey McLellan at lindsey.m.mclellan@nasa.gov.

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    Lindsey McLellan
    lindsey.m.mclellan@nasa.gov
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    Tab 04 SOW.pdf
    NASA has initiated a test program for Energy Storage Systems (ESS) used in electric Vertical Take-off and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft to address certification barriers that currently impede their widespread adoption. The program aims to conduct dynamic drop tests from a height of 50 feet to evaluate the survivability and performance of the ESS under impactful conditions, generating data for future regulatory development. The statement of work outlines several requirements for ESS suppliers, including manufacturing a system-level ESS pack which consists of battery modules and management systems, engineering support for test planning, and optional post-test inspections if the ESS modules survive the initial tests. Additionally, guidelines will be provided for the proper disposal of test articles post-testing. The testing facilities could either be at NASA or an external site, with an execution timeline of 18 months from contract award, and the delivery of equipment scheduled no earlier than October 1, 2025. The program seeks to ensure that these new energy systems can operate safely and align with federal aviation standards, ultimately promoting the transition to more environmentally friendly aviation technologies.
    Tab 07 Capability Statement SAM.pdf
    NASA's National Suborbital Science Center (NSSC) requires Energy Storage Systems (ESS) equipment and support and intends to issue a sole-source contract to Electric Power Systems Inc., identified as the exclusive provider of such systems. The procurement will utilize the guidelines set forth in FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 13, as the agency aims to acquire commercial items and services. The NAICS code for this procurement is 335999. Interested parties can submit their qualifications by 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on November 21, 2024, to determine whether the contract will proceed competitively. The government's discretion will ultimately dictate whether to pursue a competitive procurement. The notice underscores that oral communications are not permitted and includes a reference to the applicable NASA Ombudsman for this acquisition. This document serves as an official announcement of the procurement process for ESS equipment at NASA's Langley Research Center (LARC).
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