Fabrication of Irradiation Pressure Vessels
ID: 80NSSC25891318QType: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA SHARED SERVICES CENTERSTENNIS SPACE CENTER, MS, 39529, USA

NAICS

Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513)

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ENERGY R&D SERVICES; EMERGENCY ENERGY PREPAREDNESS; EXPENSES FOR R&D FACILITIES AND MAJOR EQUIPMENT (AG35)
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    Posted Jan 14, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Jan 14, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Jan 20, 2025, 3:00 PM UTC
Description

NASA's National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking to procure the fabrication of Irradiation Pressure Vessels, a sole source requirement essential for a Fission Surface Power irradiation experiment. The procurement necessitates that the vessels be produced by an ASME certified shop to ensure compliance with stringent quality standards and timely delivery, with NBW Inc. identified as the only qualified vendor capable of meeting these requirements. This project is critical for advancing NASA's research in energy technologies, and interested parties have until 9:00 a.m. Central Standard Time on January 20, 2025, to submit their qualifications for potential competition, although the decision to proceed competitively remains at the government's discretion. For further inquiries, interested vendors may contact Procurement Specialist Tessa Martinez at tessa.m.martinez@nasa.gov.

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Jan 14, 2025, 9:05 PM UTC
The document outlines a procurement specification for components related to the JR_M4 assembly intended for use at the NASA John H. Glenn Research Center. It lists details for four items, including two primary components (the JR_M4_Body and JR_M4_Top) and a third part designated as SS-3NRF4 from Swagelok Company, all of which are made from titanium. The specification emphasizes the importance of precision in manufacturing, detailing tolerances, surface finish requirements, and deburring guidelines. It adheres to ASME standards, indicating the necessity for exact measurements in engineering applications. Overall, this document serves as a technical guide for suppliers or manufacturers involved in delivering these components, ensuring compliance with NASA's stringent requirements for quality and performance within aerospace applications.
Jan 14, 2025, 9:05 PM UTC
The government document outlines technical specifications for components made from titanium at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's John H. Glenn Research Center. It details a quantity of six units required, including the project name and engineering tolerances in accordance with ASME standards. The specific attributes of the components denote surface finish requirements, deburring procedures, and dimensional tolerances, including standard variations for length and angle measurements. The document emphasizes the criticality of precision in manufacturing processes to ensure compatibility with the associated assembly model labeled JR_M4_Body. The specifications indicate a structured approach to engineering design, focusing on maintaining stringent quality and manufacturing standards necessary for aerospace applications. Overall, this serves as a key reference for contractors responding to related RFPs in the aerospace sector, ensuring compliance with federal standards.
Jan 14, 2025, 9:05 PM UTC
The document outlines specifications for a titanium component to be used in the assembly of the JR_M4_Top model at the NASA John H. Glenn Research Center. It details a quantity of five required parts, including design tolerances and manufacturing guidelines, adhering to ASME Y14.5M standards from 1994. Essential specifications include a surface finish requirement of 63 microinches (RA) or better, edge deburring, and critical dimensional tolerances ranging from ±0.5 degrees to ±0.005 inches. The document emphasizes adherence to these precise quality standards, ensuring the component's performance in aerospace applications. Overall, it serves as a technical directive for the procurement and manufacturing processes in alignment with government RFPs, focusing on precision and quality control in component fabrication.
Jan 14, 2025, 9:05 PM UTC
NASA’s Shared Services Center recommends negotiating solely with NBW Inc. for the fabrication of pressure vessels needed for a Fission Surface Power irradiation experiment, expected to incur significant costs with delivery set for January 2025. The vessels must be produced by an ASME certified shop to obtain the necessary U-stamp certification and to meet tight delivery timelines. NBW Inc. meets all stipulated requirements, making them the only feasible vendor to handle both the lead-time and certification conditions. The document highlights that using alternate vendors would likely result in cost increases and schedule delays due to their inability to meet the stringent requirements, thereby undermining the project's timeline. This solicitation stance is justified based on extensive market research confirming NBW Inc.’s unique capabilities essential for the project's success.
Jan 14, 2025, 9:05 PM UTC
NASA's Glenn Research Center requires the fabrication of Irradiation Pressure Vessels and intends to award a sole source contract to NBW INC, determined to be the sole provider for this service. The procurement falls under FAR Parts 12 and 13, indicating the acquisition of commercial items and services. Interested organizations have until 9:00 a.m. Central Standard Time on January 20, 2025, to submit their qualifications for potential competition, although the decision to proceed competitively is at the government's discretion. Oral communications regarding this notice are not permitted. The applicable NAICS Code for this procurement is 334513, and further inquiries can be directed to Procurement Specialist Tessa Martinez via the provided email. The document underscores NASA's commitment to obtaining necessary services while encouraging potential vendors to communicate their capabilities succinctly.
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