ROLSES 2.0 PFM Antenna
ID: 80NSSC25885230QType: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

HARDWARE, COMMERCIAL (5340)

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https://sam.gov/opp/7d162cdf7a194140a8741fdd1cf4f9f1/view
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    Description

    NASA's National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking to procure the ROLSES 2.0 PFM Antenna through a sole source contract with Heliospace Corporation, identified as the exclusive provider for this requirement. The procurement involves the development and production of four proto-flight model antennas, adhering to specific technical specifications and requiring extensive testing to ensure functionality and readiness for lunar operational scenarios. This initiative is part of NASA's ongoing efforts to enhance technology for space exploration and scientific advancements, with the antennas expected to be delivered to the Goddard Space Flight Center within four to five months following the purchase order. Interested parties are invited to submit their capabilities and qualifications by January 10, 2025, to Shanna Patterson at shanna.l.patterson@nasa.gov for consideration in the procurement process.

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    Shanna Patterson
    shanna.l.patterson@nasa.gov
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    SATPC0036871 Tab 04 4 SOW.pdf
    The document outlines a Statement of Work for the development and production of four proto-flight model (PFM) antennas as per the CLPS-RLS-ICD-000 specifications. The objectives include manufacturing the antennas through part procurement, electromechanical component sourcing, and assembly. The project involves verifying the electromechanical functionality of the antennas under lab conditions and subjecting them to proto-flight vibration tests and thermal-vacuum conditions that simulate lunar operational scenarios. Inspection criteria encompass mechanical functionality, electrical continuity, and final flight readiness checks. The antennas are to be delivered to the Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) within four to five months following the purchase order, depending on component availability. The designated place of performance is located in Berkeley, California. This project is part of ongoing efforts in federal RFPs to enhance technology for space exploration and scientific advancements.
    SATPC0036871 Tab 06 RDSS..pdf
    NASA's Shared Services Center recommends negotiating exclusively with Heliospace for the acquisition of proto-flight model antennas intended for the ROLSES 2.0 project. This decision stems from the unique specifications and design familiarity that Heliospace possesses due to prior work on ROLSES 1.0. Producing antennas through another vendor would necessitate extensive redesign and testing, significantly impeding the project’s timeline and increasing costs. Heliospace's previous delivery record, including eight antennas supplied on schedule and within budget, underscores its reliability. The document highlights that using another vendor would likely lead to increased engineering time, error risks, and additional costs for NASA. Therefore, Heliospace’s ability to replicate the required antenna parameters while adhering to a tight schedule positions it as the sole practical option for this procurement effort.
    SATPC0036871 Tab 07 Capability Statement SAM.gov.pdf
    NASA's NSSC is seeking to procure the ROLSES 2.0 PFM Antenna through a sole source contract with HELIOSPACE CORPORATION, identified as the exclusive provider. This procurement, authorized under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), will take place at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC). The focus is on acquiring commercial items and services in compliance with FAR Part 12 and Part 13 procedures. Interested parties are invited to submit their capabilities and qualifications by January 10, 2025, by 7 a.m. Central Standard Time, to determine whether to conduct this acquisition competitively. The decision to proceed without competition rests with the government. Oral responses are not allowed. Any inquiries can be directed to the designated procurement specialist, Shanna Patterson. The NAICS Code associated with this procurement is 541715, emphasizing the technical services sector.
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