NASA CAS Discovery Workshop Facilitation & Support
ID: 80NSSC25894126QType: Special Notice
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA SHARED SERVICES CENTERSTENNIS SPACE CENTER, MS, 39529, USA

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Educational Support Services (611710)

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SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

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https://sam.gov/opp/ea85517bfece47328925cf29e1e0406e/view
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    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking a sole source contract for facilitation and support services for the CAS Discovery Workshop, specifically from Empact Global, LLC. The objective of this procurement is to provide agile facilitation support over 1-2 month sprints, which includes conducting expert interviews, community analysis, and delivering communication materials that detail outcomes and transcripts. This initiative is crucial for fostering transformational innovation in aviation by addressing complex challenges through collaborative problem-solving methods. Interested organizations may submit their capabilities by February 3, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. Central Standard Time, with inquiries directed to Tessa Martinez at tessa.m.martinez@nasa.gov.

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    Tessa Martinez
    tessa.m.martinez@nasa.gov
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    SATPC0037466 Tab 04 4 SOW..pdf
    The NASA Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate's Convergent Aeronautics Solutions (CAS) Project aims to foster transformational innovation in aviation through a structured approach to complex problem-solving. CAS focuses on identifying "wicked" problems by integrating diverse data sources related to societal and technological trends. The project emphasizes collaborative innovation using methods like design thinking and market analysis to explore areas such as hygiene and community well-being. The scope of work requires agile facilitation support for 1-2 month sprints, staffed by subject matter experts from various fields. Key tasks include facilitating sprints, conducting expert interviews, and performing community analysis. NASA will provide insights into problem areas and necessary personnel for collaboration. The contractor is expected to deliver facilitators for each sprint, communication materials detailing outcomes, and transcripts from interviews. The overall goal for CAS is to generate insights and solutions that address complex challenges, enhance strategic foresight for social good, and effectively communicate results to stakeholders, significantly contributing to advancements in the aviation sector.
    SATPC0037466 Tab 06 RDSS..pdf
    The document outlines a recommendation from the NASA Shared Services Center for a sole source negotiation with Empact Global for the CAS Discovery project. The estimated cost and performance period are set between January 2025 and January 2026. The rationale for selecting Empact Global is based on their unique ability to meet specialized service requirements without the need for competitive solicitation, which has proven to result in higher costs and reduced flexibility in previous attempts. This selection aims to facilitate rapid, dynamic support for the CAS Discovery team's operations, which employ varied facilitation methods and resources tailored to evolving topics within short lead times. Including Empact's expertise in government foresight and co-creation processes, the recommendation asserts that other vendors do not possess the necessary skills, thus underlining the impracticality of competition for this particular initiative. Overall, the document emphasizes the importance of agility and customized skillsets in effectively addressing project demands while minimizing governmental impact.
    SATPC0037466 Tab 07 Capability Statement SAM.gov.pdf
    NASA/NSSC is seeking a sole source contract for facilitation and support of the NASA CAS Discovery Workshop from EMPACT GLOBAL, LLC, the only provider for this service. The performance will take place at the NASA Glenn Research Center, and the procurement will adhere to the guidelines provided in FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 13. The effort is categorized under the NAICS Code 611710. Interested organizations are invited to submit their capabilities by February 3, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. Central Standard Time to determine if the procurement will proceed competitively. The decision on whether to compete this contract lies solely with the government. Oral communications regarding the notice are not permissible. For further inquiries, Tessa Martinez, the Procurement Specialist, is the designated point of contact. The presence of an ombudsman clause indicates oversight measures for this acquisition. This document encapsulates the strategic approach of NASA/NSSC in ensuring the procurement aligns with standards while inviting potential competitors to express their interest.
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