Liquid Nitrogen Pump System – OEM Equipment Manufacturer Inquiry
ID: 80SSC026K0002Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

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

NAICS

Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing (333914)

PSC

POWER AND HAND PUMPS (4320)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/e9d7f65703284b299a4dd27a16307a8b/view
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    NASA's National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) capable of supplying a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) liquid nitrogen pump system. The system must be a skid-mounted positive displacement pump designed for outdoor use, with specific performance requirements including a flow rate of 40 US gallons per minute and a discharge pressure of 4000 psi. This equipment is critical for integrating into an existing liquid nitrogen system at the Stennis Space Center in Mississippi, ensuring compatibility with industry standards and reliable operation in various environmental conditions. Interested OEMs should submit their company profiles, technical specifications, and pricing information to James Hibbs at james.s.hibbs@nasa.gov by the specified deadline, as this RFI will inform future procurement decisions.

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    James Hibbs
    (877) 677-2123
    james.s.hibbs@nasa.gov
    Will Garrett
    will.c.garrett@nasa.gov
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