Procurement of Material used to fabricate parts for the NASA Electric Aircraft Testbed (NEAT) project.
ID: 80NSSC24883766QType: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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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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Fabricated Structural Metal Manufacturing (332312)

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BARS AND RODS (9510)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

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https://sam.gov/opp/29d2f1ff2f2f4104ab77ccb0bb8a8836/view
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    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking small businesses to procure materials necessary for the fabrication of parts for the NASA Electric Aircraft Testbed (NEAT) project. This procurement includes five sheets of 4130 annealed carbon steel plates and stainless steel tubing that must meet specific ASTM standards, along with required certificates of material conformance. The materials are critical for advancing NASA's initiatives in electric aviation technologies, reflecting the agency's commitment to innovation in aerospace. Quotes are due by September 24, 2024, and interested vendors should direct inquiries to Laura Quave at laura.a.quave@nasa.gov or call 228-813-6420.

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    (228) 813-6420
    laura.a.quave@nasa.gov
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    SATPC0036687 Tab 04 5 SOW_Redacted.pdf
    The document outlines a statement of work for acquiring materials necessary for the NASA Electric Aircraft Testbed (NEAT) project. It specifies the procurement of five sheets of 4130 annealed carbon steel plate, each sized 4ft x 8ft x 1.0 inch thick, along with four pieces of stainless steel tubing of two distinct dimensions: twenty-foot-long tubing with a 0.5" outer diameter and 0.065" wall thickness, and eight-foot-long tubing with a 0.5" outer diameter and 0.035" wall thickness. The stainless steel tubing specified adheres to ASTM standards A213 and A269. Additionally, the contractor must provide certificates of material conformance for the supplied items. This procurement is a critical aspect of supporting NASA's ongoing efforts in developing advanced electric aviation technologies, reinforcing the government's investment in innovative aerospace projects.
    SATPC0036687 Tab 10 RFQ Open Market.pdf
    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) released a Request for Quotation (RFQ 80NSSC24883766Q) for procurement of materials to fabricate parts for the NASA Electric Aircraft Testbed (NEAT) project, specifically aimed at small businesses. The materials, which include carbon steel plates and stainless steel tubing, must adhere to specified standards, and vendors are required to provide certificates of material conformance. Quotes are due by September 24, 2024, and must include contact information and delivery terms, with quotes expected to remain valid for 30 days. Requirements emphasize compliance with various federal provisions including those concerning telecommunications and eligibility for small business designations. All proposals must be submitted electronically and questions must be directed to the designated NASA representative by a specified deadline. The procurement process is governed by a set of established clauses and conditions, including rules on subcontracting and adherence to export control regulations. This solicitation highlights NASA's commitment to engaging small business enterprises while ensuring compliance with federal contracting standards and statutes.
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