Compander Pneumatic Actuators
ID: 80NSSC25903608QType: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Electronic Computer Manufacturing (334111)

PSC

VALVES, NONPOWERED (4820)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/976b67a4183643919cd1befab007e877/view
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    Description

    NASA's National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking to procure Compander Pneumatic Actuators through a sole source contract with Robert E. Mason & Associates, Inc. The objective of this procurement is to replace unreliable pneumatic actuators at NASA's B1241 LN2 Plant, which are critical for maintaining operational efficiency and safety, as their failure could incur refurbishment costs exceeding $400,000 per compander. This specialized equipment is vital for the functionality of the National Transonic Facility's Liquid Nitrogen Production Plant, and the selected vendor's existing knowledge of the system ensures compatibility and timely implementation. Interested parties may submit their capabilities and qualifications to Shanna Patterson at shanna.l.patterson@nasa.gov by May 19, 2025, at 7 a.m. Central Time, although the decision to pursue competitive procurement rests solely with the Government.

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    Shanna Patterson
    shanna.l.patterson@nasa.gov
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    SATPC0038424 Tab 04 4 SOW..pdf
    The objective of this Statement of Work is to replace the original pneumatic actuators for the warm and cold companders at NASA's B1241 LN2 Plant, which have become unreliable, threatening operational efficiency and safety. Failure of these actuators could lead to significant refurbishment costs of over $400,000 per compander. The procurement includes two specific actuator parts with special tagging requirements. The materials will be utilized at the NASA LARC LN2 Plant, and the project is expected to be completed within 20 weeks. This proposal underscores the need for critical infrastructure maintenance to prevent potential hazards and ensure continued operational functionality.
    SATPC0038424 Tab 06 RDSS..pdf
    The NASA Shared Services Center recommends negotiating exclusively with Robert E. Mason & Associates, Inc. for the procurement of pneumatic actuators necessary for the National Transonic Facility's Liquid Nitrogen Production Plant. The recommendation is based on the critical need for direct replacements of failing actuators, which could impact multiple NASA missions if not addressed. The selected vendor is the current supplier of Emerson products and possesses essential knowledge of the existing system, ensuring compatibility and expedited implementation. Sourcing from another vendor could lead to significant costs exceeding $200K and delays of over a year due to required redesigns and approval processes. The approach emphasizes timeliness, cost-effectiveness, and operational safety by maintaining consistency with existing system components. The decision underscores the impracticality of competitive sourcing for these specialized items, vital to mission success.
    SATPC0038424 Tab 07 Capability Statement SAM.gov.pdf
    NASA/NSSC has a requirement for Compander Pneumatic Actuators and plans to award a sole source contract to ROBERT E MASON & ASSOCIATES INC, identified as the exclusive supplier. This procurement will take place under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) and is centralized at NASA's Langley Research Center. The contract will adhere to the guidelines for acquiring commercial items as specified in FAR Parts 12 and 13. Interested parties can submit their capabilities and qualifications to the designated contact by May 19, 2025, 7 a.m. Central Time; however, responses will only assess whether a competitive procurement should be pursued. The decision to not engage in full competition lies solely with the Government. Oral inquiries will not be accepted. For any concerns, NASA's Ombudsman is accessible via the provided link. The primary contact for this procurement is Shanna Patterson, a Procurement Specialist at NASA.
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