NASA/MSFC Determinant Assembly for the SLS B1B Payload Adapter
ID: 80MSFC24R0016Type: Presolicitation
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA MARSHALL SPACE FLIGHT CENTERHUNTSVILLE, AL, 35812, USA

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Engineering Services (541330)

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MODIFICATION OF EQUIPMENT- METALWORKING MACHINERY (K034)

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https://sam.gov/opp/1fb433ed6af844779b551cf8282e5e01/view
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    NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) is seeking to procure a Determinant Assembly for the Space Launch System (SLS) Block 1B Payload Adapter through a sole source contract with Shape Fidelity, Inc. The procurement requires specialized engineering services that include structured light scanning, digital assembly, and CAD-guided drilling, all aimed at achieving precise assembly of the SLS Block 1B Payload Adapter Qualification article. This project is critical for NASA's aerospace missions, emphasizing the need for high precision and adherence to safety standards in the assembly process. Interested organizations must submit their capabilities and qualifications to Josh Stiles or Wade Amis via email by 5:00 P.M. C.D.T. on September 27, 2024, to be considered for this acquisition.

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    Wade S. Amis
    wade.s.amis@nasa.gov
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    Statement of Work (SOW) for a Payload Adapter Determinant Assembly.pdf
    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the assembly requirements for the Space Launch System (SLS) Block 1B Payload Adapter at NASA Marshall Space Flight Center. It highlights the need for a determinant assembly method that enhances flexibility, reduces costs, and shortens design cycle times. Responsibilities include controlling operations, collecting structural data, and facilitating assembly processes while adhering to safety standards. Key deliverables include documentation of progress, geometric inspection reports, and a comparison of component tolerances against CAD specifications. The contractor must possess significant expertise in structured light scanning and top-down design methodologies. The overall assembly tolerances are detailed, emphasizing precision in various measurements to ensure structural integrity. The project is expected to be completed within four months from contract award and mandates coordination with existing projects in shared facilities, ensuring no operational conflicts arise. This SOW reflects NASA's strategic approach to developing components for high-stakes aerospace missions through standardized methods and close adherence to technical requirements.
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