NASA's White Sands Test Facility (WSTF) is seeking to procure various Precision Filters networking equipment, cables, and accessories to support the qualification testing of Orion OME thrusters. The required items include a backplane interface module, hard rack mount kit, quad charge conditioners, multiple input and output cables, and a rack-mountable input panel. Additionally, the scope encompasses the factory assembly of specific cables into mounted panels to facilitate testing. The performance location is specified as Room 101F at WSTF in Las Cruces, NM, with an expected completion period of 60 to 90 days after receipt of order (ARO). This procurement demonstrates a focused effort to enhance the test facility’s capabilities in conducting essential aeronautics research and development.
The document outlines a recommendation from NASA's Shared Services Center to negotiate solely with Precision Filters, Inc. for networking equipment, cables, and accessories necessary for the Orion OME thruster qualification testing. The purchase is justified as Precision Filters hardware is essential for compatibility with the existing Data Acquisition System (DAQ), which requires equipment specifically designed by Precision Filters. The estimated cost and delivery time for this acquisition, categorized under brand name justification, is emphasized as being critical for maintaining the integrity of the Orion program.
Using alternative vendors would impose extensive modification costs, potential delays, and compatibility issues, jeopardizing the current $2 million system built for evaluating hypergolic thrusters. The hardware upgrade's 'plug and play' nature is crucial for expanding channel counts without disruptions to the existing testing schedules. The document underscores the importance of brand consistency within specialized aerospace testing environments, reinforcing the necessity for using Precision Filters products to ensure operational efficiency and reliability.
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is soliciting quotations through RFQ 80NSSC25897449Q for the purchase of Precision Filters Networking Equipment, Cables, and accessories, essential for the Orion OME thruster Qualification testing. This procurement is specifically designated for small businesses. Key requirements include a range of precise networking equipment, cables, and custom panel assembly, to be delivered to the NASA White Sands Test Facility in New Mexico within 60 to 90 days of order acknowledgement. Quotes are due by March 17, 2025, and must include specific details such as the vendor's Cage Code and UEI number, delivery time, and any applicable discounts. The document outlines clear instructions for offerors, including registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) and compliance with various clauses related to federal procurement. Additionally, specific certifications regarding telecommunications equipment, child labor, and corporate ownership are required. This initiative underscores NASA's commitment to fostering small business participation in federal contracts while ensuring compliance with the relevant federal acquisition regulations.