30 High Specific Energy Trigger Cells.
ID: 80NSSC24883920QType: 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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Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519)

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MISCELLANEOUS ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS (5999)

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https://sam.gov/opp/61d985c10bcc46858d16715321a1cefc/view
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    NASA's National Aeronautics and Space Administration is planning to procure 30 High Specific Energy Trigger Cells, specifically designed for advanced lithium-ion battery applications, from KULR Technology Corp, the sole supplier for this requirement. The procurement aims to enhance battery safety and efficiency, focusing on cells that integrate a patented internal short circuit device and achieve performance metrics exceeding 275 Wh/kg and 725 Wh/L. This initiative is critical for improving energy density and safety in aerospace applications, with the selected contractor required to complete fabrication, testing, and delivery within a two-month timeframe. Interested organizations must submit their qualifications in writing to Cara Craft by 1 p.m. Central Standard Time on September 19, 2024, to be considered for this opportunity.

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    Cara Craft
    cara.s.craft@nasa.gov
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    SATPC0036702 Tab 04 4 SOW.pdf
    NASA is seeking to evaluate advanced lithium-ion battery cells in the 18650 format, specifically targeting performances exceeding 275 Wh/kg and 725 Wh/L. The selected contractor will produce 30 RC41 battery cells that integrate a patented internal short circuit device, developed by NREL/NASA and licensed to KULR. The RC41 design offers improved capacity at 4.1Ah, exceeding current designs while achieving significant energy density. The project includes several key tasks: fabricating and assembling the ISC devices, subjecting the cells to strict formation and testing protocols to ensure performance and safety during thermal runaway incidents. Acceptance screening and destructive testing are required, with data submission to NASA-JSC preceding the cells' delivery within a two-month timeframe. This initiative emphasizes NASA's commitment to enhancing battery safety and efficiency in aerospace applications.
    SATPC0036702 Tab 07 Capability Statement FBO Posting.pdf
    NASA/NSSC is planning to procure 30 High Specific Energy Trigger Cells from KULR Technology Corp in San Diego, California, as they are determined to be the sole supplier for this requirement. The acquisition will be conducted under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), and performance is to occur at NASA's Johnson Space Center (JSC). The procurement will follow the procedures outlined in FAR Parts 12 and 13, which govern the acquisition of commercial items and services. Organizations interested in this contract may submit their qualifications in writing to Cara Craft by 1 p.m. Central Standard Time on September 19, 2024. Responses will be evaluated solely for determining if a competitive procurement will be conducted. Direct oral requests are not permitted. Additionally, details regarding the Center Ombudsman for this acquisition are available online. This announcement emphasizes NASA's intent to streamline its procurement process while still allowing for potential competitive participation if warranted.
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