Pacific Shear & Hardinge Lathe Repair
ID: 80NSSC25903159QType: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Machine Shops (332710)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- SPECIAL INDUSTRY MACHINERY (J036)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/82d69cd54f5642b0999e602d4a400dfe/view
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    Description

    NASA's National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking to procure repair services for the Pacific Shear Model 500HD8 and Hardinge Lathe Model HLV-H at the Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California. The procurement involves a sole source contract with VETPOWERED, LLC, which will manage the repair tasks, including the design and installation of custom parts, hydraulic cylinder rebuilding, and overall maintenance of the machinery. This repair work is crucial for ensuring the operational efficiency of specialized industrial equipment, with a total timeline for completion set at 16 weeks post-award. Interested organizations must submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to Tracy Bremer at tracy.g.bremer@nasa.gov by 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on May 15, 2025, to be considered for this opportunity.

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    Tracy Bremer
    tracy.g.bremer@nasa.gov
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    SOW.pdf
    The document outlines a Statement of Work for the repair and maintenance of specific machinery for NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California. It specifies the tasks required for the Pacific Shear Model 500HD8 and Hardinge Lathe Model HLV-H, including the procurement and installation of replacement parts. The repair process is segmented over multiple days, with the contractor Vet Powered managing the tasks onsite and at their facility in San Diego. Key tasks include designing custom brackets for hydraulic cylinder removal, rebuilding hydraulic cylinders, and installing various replacement parts. The total timeline for parts and services is capped at 16 weeks post-award, with an emphasis on ensuring proper handling of the machinery, including required equipment like forklifts provided by NASA. The document underlines the importance of coordinating repair work effectively while ensuring that additional costs from unforeseen needs will be communicated to NASA prior to any further action. This proposal highlights government expenditure for essential maintenance and fulfills federal, state, and local requirements for industrial equipment upkeep.
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