Development and Optimization of Custom Coated Textile Solutions for Artemis Suit Materials Project
ID: 80NSSC25891457QType: Special Notice
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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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https://sam.gov/opp/aaee4466873b471283c8523e7507d3a6/view
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    NASA's National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking to develop and optimize custom coated textile solutions for the Artemis Suit Materials Project, with a focus on enhancing fabric performance for lunar environmental protection garments. The project aims to create specialized fabrics that resist dust, improve thermal and UV resistance, and maintain integrity under various conditions, addressing the limitations of existing materials. This initiative is crucial for advancing space exploration technology, ensuring that astronauts are adequately protected during missions. Interested parties must submit their capabilities and qualifications by 1 p.m. Central Time on December 24, 2024, and should direct inquiries to Cara Craft at cara.s.craft@nasa.gov.

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    cara.s.craft@nasa.gov
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    SATPC0037252 Tab 04 4 SOW.pdf
    The document outlines a Statement of Work (SOW) for Moonprint Solutions, focused on developing and optimizing custom-coated textile solutions for NASA's Artemis Suit Material Project. This initiative aims to create specialized fabric suitable for lunar environmental protection garments, as existing options do not fulfill the necessary performance requirements. The goals include enhancing coatings to resist dust, improve thermal and UV resistance, and ensure fabric integrity under various conditions. The project is scheduled for a six-month duration, during which iterative feedback will guide the development process. Deliverables entail multiple coated fabric samples and a comprehensive final report detailing methodologies, testing results, and future recommendations, including alternative materials. This collaboration underscores NASA's commitment to advancing space exploration technology through innovative material solutions.
    SATPC0037252 Tab 07 Capability Statement FBO Posting.pdf
    NASA's National Space Science and Technology Center (NSSC) has announced a requirement for the development and optimization of custom coated textile solutions intended for the Artemis Suit Materials Project. The agency plans to issue a sole source contract to MOONPRINT SOLUTIONS LLC, as it has been determined they are the only provider for this specialized service. The procurement will be managed by NASA's Johnson Space Center (JSC) and will follow the guidelines in FAR Parts 12 and 13 for acquiring commercial items and services. Organizations interested in this opportunity are invited to submit their capabilities and qualifications by 1 p.m. Central Time on December 24, 2024. The government's decision to pursue competitive procurement will depend on the responses received, but remains at its discretion. Interested parties are instructed to communicate in writing, as oral submissions will not be accepted. The relevant NAICS code for this project is 541715. The document also includes details about the applicable NASA Ombudsman for the acquisition process.
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