Electric Machines for Electrified Aircraft Testbed
ID: 80NSSC25878503QType: 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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Motor and Generator Manufacturing (335312)

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ENGINE INSTRUMENTS (6620)

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https://sam.gov/opp/87c340b698fc45899f6b98951d257187/view
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    NASA's National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) intends to award a sole source contract to Depatie Fluid Power Company for the provision of electric machines specifically designed for the Electrified Aircraft Testbed. The procurement requires five electric machines that must deliver a continuous phase current of at least 140 Arms and a motor power of 37.5 kW, operating on a DC bus voltage not exceeding 270 V, with additional specifications including a three-phase design and liquid cooling capabilities. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to advancing electric technologies in aviation, with performance to be executed at NASA's Glenn Research Center. Interested organizations are invited to submit their qualifications in writing by 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on October 17, 2024, to Laura Quave at laura.a.quave@nasa.gov, as the government will evaluate submissions to determine the necessity of competitive bidding.

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    laura quave
    (228) 813-6420
    laura.a.quave@nasa.gov
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    SATPC0036030 Tab 04 4 Specification.pdf
    The document outlines a request for proposals (RFP) for five electric machines, detailing specific technical requirements for their performance and specifications. Each machine must deliver a continuous phase current of at least 140 Arms and a motor power of 37.5 kW, operating on a compatible DC bus voltage not exceeding 270 V. The machine should feature a motor voltage constant within the range of 26.0 to 103.9 Vrms line to line per kRPM, and should be capable of developing the specified mechanical power from a motor drive at the designated bus voltage. Additional requirements include a three-phase design, liquid cooling, resolver feedback, and a SAE C compatible shaft. This document serves to guide suppliers in preparing their proposals to meet the specified performance and technical standards, indicating the focus on high-efficiency electric machinery for potential government-related projects. The RFP highlights the federal government's commitment to advancing electric technologies.
    SATPC0036030 Tab 07 Capability Statement Commercial.pdf
    NASA's Glenn Research Center (GRC) intends to award a sole source contract to Depatie Fluid Power Company for the supply of Electric Machines for the Electrified Aircraft Testbed. This decision is justified under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), as the company is recognized as the sole provider of the necessary equipment. The procurement will adhere to the commercial items and services guidelines outlined in FAR Part 12 and Part 13, with the NAICS Code 335312 designated for this contract. Interested organizations can submit their qualifications in writing by 4:00 p.m. CST on October 17, 2024. The government retains the discretion to determine whether to proceed with competitive bidding based on the responses received. For inquiries, Laura Quave serves as the primary contact for this procurement opportunity. The document emphasizes the importance of written responses and includes a link for additional support through NASA's Ombudsman.
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