TEES will model, predict, and report on behavior of the two-phase thermosyphon driven actuating radiator being developed for the PaCeSS EIF project. An actuator will be provided for the purpose of developing a mechanical and fluid interface to the PaCeSS t
ID: 80NSSC25897223QType: Special Notice
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Buyer

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

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Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310)

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EDUCATION, TRAINING, EMPLOYMENT, & SOCIAL SVCS R&D SVCS; EDUCATION SVCS R&D; BASIC RESEARCH (AF11)

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https://sam.gov/opp/fa8da0987d8346a4afd75b4aa4437ca6/view
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    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking to procure research and development services from the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) for the modeling and prediction of a two-phase thermosyphon driven actuating radiator, which is critical for the Passive fuel-Cell Surface-power System (PaCeSS) project. The contractor will be responsible for delivering a torque tube actuator to facilitate the development of a mechanical and fluid interface, with integrated benchtop testing scheduled at NASA's Johnson Space Center (JSC) by September 2025. This procurement is essential for advancing innovative engineering solutions in space power systems and is being conducted as a sole source requirement due to the unique capabilities of TEES, which holds a patented technology relevant to the project. Interested parties must submit their qualifications by 7 a.m. Central Standard Time on March 13, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Shanna Patterson at shanna.l.patterson@nasa.gov.

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    Shanna Patterson
    shanna.l.patterson@nasa.gov
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    SATPC0037787 Tab 04 4 SOW.pdf
    The document outlines a Statement of Work for the research and development phase of the Passive fuel-Cell Surface-power System (PaCeSS), funded by the JSC EA Engineering Innovation Fund for FY'25. Texas A&M University’s Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) is tasked with modeling and predicting the behavior of a two-phase thermosyphon driven actuating radiator, essential for the PaCeSS project. The contractor must deliver a torque tube actuator to facilitate the development and testing of a mechanical fluid interface by September 2025. Key tasks include predicting radiator performance, providing detailed reports on assumptions and results, and supporting integrated benchtop tests at the Johnson Space Center (JSC). Deliverables include a functioning actuator and a comprehensive final report. Milestones set a midterm deadline for the actuator by mid-May 2025 and a final report by the end of September 2025. This procurement supports the advancement of innovative engineering solutions for space power systems, maintaining alignment with federal research initiatives and collaboration with academic institutions.
    SATPC0037787 Tab 06 RDSS..pdf
    This document outlines a recommendation by the NASA Shared Services Center to proceed with a sole source procurement from the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station for the development of shape memory alloy radiator technology. This technology is essential for the Passive fuel-Cell Surface-power System (PaCeSS) project and is uniquely associated with a patented innovation (US10228197B2) by Texas A&M. The proposed R&D is estimated to be completed by September 30, 2025. The rationale for this sole sourcing includes the unique characteristics and specialized nature of the technology, along with a comprehensive market assessment confirming that no other vendors could adequately meet the requirements without significant delays. If another vendor is utilized, it could delay the project timeline by at least 12 months, creating compatibility issues and additional costs associated with developing a comparable technology. This document serves to ensure that NASA efficiently executes the necessary procurement while maintaining project timelines and technological integrity.
    SATPC0037787 Tab 07 Capability Statement SAM.gov.pdf
    NASA's National Space Science Center (NSSC) plans to issue a sole source contract to Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station for the design and modeling of a two-phase thermosyphon actuating radiator for the PaCeSS EIF project. This project includes providing an actuator for the mechanical and fluid interface development with the PaCeSS test article and conducting an integrated benchtop test at NASA's Johnson Space Center (JSC) by September 2025, after which the actuator will be returned. The procurement is under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) and intends to utilize FAR Part 12 and Part 13 for acquiring commercial items and services. The relevant NAICS Code is 611310. Organizations can submit qualifications by 7 a.m. Central Standard Time on March 13, 2025. The decision to pursue full competition will depend on these submissions, with the government maintaining the discretion for this determination. Oral responses are not accepted, and a designated ombudsman is available for inquiries.
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