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NASA Langley Research Center is seeking to procure specific Allen-Bradley hardware for a Controls System Upgrade of the 8’ High Temperature Tunnel. The required items include various ControlLogix components such as chassis, terminal blocks, power supplies, input/output modules, and network switches, totaling over 100 distinct units. The procurement is to enhance existing control systems and ensure operational efficiency. The purchase will take place at the NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, VA, with an estimated shipping lead time of 1 to 4 months after the order is placed. This request reflects the agency's commitment to maintaining and upgrading critical research infrastructure, which is essential for its ongoing scientific missions.
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The document outlines a recommendation by the NASA Shared Services Center to procure Allen-Bradley hardware from Rockwell Automation, Inc. due to its unique compatibility requirements for an ongoing Controls System Upgrade for the 8’ High Temperature Tunnel. The estimated delivery lead-time for this procurement is 1 to 4 months. The rationale for selecting this specific brand centers on the necessity for integration with existing control systems, which predominantly utilize Allen-Bradley controlLogix hardware. Using an alternative vendor could result in significant setbacks, including the potential loss of current project progress, the need for a complete redesign of the control system, and an increased cost of 2-3 times the existing request along with an extended timeline of approximately one year for installation and testing. This recommendation emphasizes the impracticality of competing options given the specialized nature and required compatibility of the hardware, underscoring the urgency and necessity of this acquisition for the efficient continuation of the project.
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The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Allen-Bradley hardware, which includes a structured solicitation divided into five main sections: Statement of Work/Bid Schedule, Instructions to Offerors, Solicitation Provisions/Representations and Certifications, Clauses/Terms and Conditions, and Quote Evaluation Criteria. This procurement is designated as a Brand Name requirement and is specifically set aside for small businesses.
Bids must include essential details such as CAGE/UEI codes, delivery lead times, and a point of contact. Quotes are due by April 14, 2025, via email to designated contacts, with contractual questions needing submission by April 11, 2025. The RFQ includes specific provisions regarding telecommunications services and equipment, requiring compliance to ensure eligibility for award. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and adhere to various certifications related to telecommunications equipment, child labor regulations, and export compliance, among others. The procurement process emphasizes government standards and conditions, highlighting NASA's commitment to fostering small business participation and compliance with federal laws in acquisitions.