Jet Propellant Thermally Stable (JPTS) Jet Fuel
ID: 80AFRC26SS0001Type: Sources Sought
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA ARMSTRONG FLIGHT RESEARCH CNTREDWARDS, CA, 93523, USA

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/978b700edb944944b9c9fe0cf9723050/view
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    NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center is seeking information from potential sources for the production of Jet Propellant Thermally Stable (JPTS) jet fuel to support its ER-2 Airborne Science Program aircraft. The fuel must comply with the draft Military Detail Specification (MIL-DTL)-25524H(USAF) dated October 8, 2025, which outlines the chemical and physical requirements, including necessary additives and testing methods for qualification and conformance inspections. This procurement is crucial for ensuring the operational readiness of military weapon systems that utilize JPTS fuel, with an estimated annual production of 125,000 gallons over a ten-year period. Interested firms are encouraged to submit capability statements, including anticipated subcontracting goals for various socioeconomic categories, by January 5, 2025, to Jenni Schnarr at jennifer.schnarr@nasa.gov, referencing notice number 80AFRC26SS0001.

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    Jenni Schnarr
    jennifer.schnarr@nasa.gov
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    DRAFT MIL-DTL-25524H JPTS 08 Oct 25.pdf
    MIL-DTL-25524H(USAF) is a draft specification for Aviation Thermally Stable Turbine Fuel (JPTS), prepared by AF-68 and dated October 8, 2025. This document outlines the chemical and physical requirements for JPTS, including detailed test methods for qualification and conformance inspections. It specifies various additives such as antioxidants, fuel system icing inhibitors, and corrosion inhibitors, along with their approved formulations and concentration limits. The specification emphasizes the military-unique nature of JPTS fuel and its necessary additives for military weapon systems. It also details sampling procedures, inspection conditions, and the roles of designated qualification and conformance testing laboratories within the Department of Defense. This draft supersedes MIL-DTL-25524G(USAF) and introduces qualification requirements for candidate JPTS approval.
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