NASA Open Innovation Services 3 (NOIS3)
ID: 80JSC024R0004Type: Solicitation
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA JOHNSON SPACE CENTERHOUSTON, TX, 77058, USA

NAICS

All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990)

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SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

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https://sam.gov/opp/ec0f84a0c6454da2ba555e3da25c3c85/view
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    NASA's Johnson Space Center is soliciting proposals for the NASA Open Innovation Services 3 (NOIS3) under Solicitation No. 80JSC024R0004, aimed at acquiring crowdsourcing services and products to support various NASA centers and government agencies. The procurement will be conducted as a full and open competition, structured as a Firm-Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a total performance period of up to 10 years, including a 2-year base period and two option periods of 3 and 5 years. Proposals are due by November 1, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. Central Time, and interested parties must ensure their registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) and direct all inquiries to the designated contracting officer, Damian Gillette, at damian.p.gillette@nasa.gov.

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    Damian Gillette
    damian.p.gillette@nasa.gov
    Ryon Stewart
    ryon.stewart@nasa.gov
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    80JSC024R0004 - RFP.pdf
    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is inviting proposals for the NASA Open Innovation Services 3 (NOIS3) under Solicitation No. 80JSC024R0004. This Request for Proposal (RFP) aims to acquire crowdsourcing services and products to support various NASA centers and government agencies. The acquisition will be conducted as a full and open competition, with an NAICS code of 541990 and a small business size standard of $19.5 million. The contract will include a Firm-Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) structure with a total performance period of up to 10 years, divided into a 2-year base period and two option periods lasting 3 and 5 years respectively. Proposals are due by November 1, 2024, via NASA's Enterprise File Sharing and Sync Box. Offerors must comply with specified requirements and ensure their company is registered with the System for Award Management (SAM). NASA has updated previous drafts of the RFP based on feedback received. All procurement-related communications must be channeled through the designated contracting officer, Damian Gillette. This RFP exemplifies NASA's ongoing commitment to fostering innovation and collaboration in its mission endeavors.
    Interested-Parties-List (NOIS 3).pdf
    The document lists multiple companies, primarily small businesses, that are categorized under various ownership types, including Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB), and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB). Each entry includes the company name, address, contact person, phone number, email, and business type, showcasing their qualifications for federal and state government contracting opportunities. Notable entries include Agility Technologies Inc. and Blue Clarity, LLC, which hold multiple designations highlighting their diverse capabilities. The comprehensive format serves to inform stakeholders about the variety of small businesses available for partnering or contracting within government projects, promoting diversity and inclusion in government procurement processes. Overall, the document reflects the federal government's effort to encourage participation from a wide range of businesses in responding to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and securing federal grants. Each company's contact details facilitate direct engagement for potential contract opportunities.
    Template for Submission of Comments.xlsx
    The file outlines the Request for Proposal (RFP) for NASA Open Innovation Services 3 (NOIS3), identified by solicitation number 80JSC024R0004. It addresses various requirements and categories within the procurement process, including unnecessary or inefficient requirements and unique terms and conditions. Additionally, it highlights critical elements such as the Sample Task Order (RTO) requirements and stipulates both Section L (Proposal Instructions) and Section M (Evaluation Criteria). Key areas of concern also encompass safety, environmental factors, export control, and small business goals. The document serves to guide potential bidders in understanding NASA's expectations for proposals while emphasizing clarity and precision in submissions, thereby enhancing the efficiency and efficacy of the procurement process. Overall, the RFP seeks to optimize the selection of contractors through comprehensive criteria to meet NASA's innovative service needs.
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