NASA's Ames Research Center (ARC) recommends a brand name justification to procure Schneider Electric PowerLogic Meters & Services. This request is for the continued deployment of a standardized power-monitoring infrastructure in Building M10, initiated in 2022, to ensure compatibility and data integrity with existing systems across multiple ARC facilities. Using an alternative brand would lead to significant delays, additional labor, loss of invested resources, and operational disruptions due to incompatibility with current Schneider Electric servers, software, and communication protocols. The estimated lead-time for hardware delivery is 10 days, with installation and commissioning taking 3-6 weeks. This justification emphasizes maintaining seamless interoperability and cost efficiency for the ongoing project.
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Shared Services Center is issuing Request for Quotation (RFQ) 80NSSC26920472Q for Schneider Electric PowerLogic Meters & Services at Ames Research Center (ARC). This brand-name-only requirement involves purchasing and installing six PM8000 Advanced Power Meters, 18 600A CTs, installation kits, and mounting plate adapters for Building M10. The vendor must provide on-site installation, configuration, and old hardware removal, along with remote commissioning support for integration into existing PME software. Quotes are due by December 23, 2025, 4:00 p.m. CT, and the procurement is set aside for small businesses. Contractors must disclose AI use during performance and comply with various FAR and NASA FAR Supplement clauses, including those related to Buy American, export licenses, and whistleblower rights.
NASA Ames Research Center (ARC) requires Schneider Electric PowerLogic Meters and Services for Building M10 to support Code JCE’s electrical power monitoring initiative. The scope of work includes providing six new PM8000 Advanced Power Meters, eighteen 600A CTs, an installation kit, and mounting plate adapters. Field services will cover on-site installation, configuration of meter settings using ION setup software, and removal/disposal of old hardware. Digital Power eServices Commissioning Support includes remote integration into existing PME software, alarm/threshold setup, and IT/network support. NASA will provide site visit and service dates. The project is located at NASA ARC, Building N213, Room 220, Moffett Field, CA. Hardware delivery is expected within 10 days ARO, and installation/commissioning within 3-6 weeks. Additionally, the contract mandates disclosure of AI technology use and adherence to requirements for acquiring covered AI systems or services as defined by OMB memo M-25-22.