(4) Dawn VME RME-5553 cPCI Chassis
ID: 80NSSC25897357QType: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

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

NAICS

Electronic Computer Manufacturing (334111)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - MOBILE DEVICE PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7E21)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ad1ddd2b600a4d3986076772295d17ba/view
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    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking qualified small businesses to provide four units of the Dawn VME RME-5553 cPCI Chassis, which are essential for hosting an avionics emulator for the Gateway Power and Propulsion Element. The procurement requires that each chassis meet specific technical specifications, including a 19” rack mount, 4U height, and various components such as a high-powered fan assembly and health monitoring system, with delivery expected within 8 to 10 weeks after receipt of order. This acquisition is critical to NASA's ongoing technological advancements in space exploration, emphasizing the need for specialized equipment. Interested offerors must submit their quotations by March 11, 2025, and can contact Cara Craft at cara.s.craft@nasa.gov for further information.

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    Cara Craft
    cara.s.craft@nasa.gov
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    SATPC0037802 Tab 04 4 SOW _Redacted.pdf
    NASA Johnson Space Center has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to procure four units of the Dawn VME RME-5553 cPCI Chassis for use in hosting an avionics emulator for the Gateway Power and Propulsion Element. Each chassis must feature a 19” rack mount, 4U height, and a range of specific technical characteristics. These include an IEEE1101.10 compatible horizontal card cage, a Dawn 7-slot cPCI backplane, a high-powered fan assembly, a power supply offering multiple outputs, a health monitoring system, and sufficient space for internal drive mounting. The units will be delivered fully assembled, wired, and tested. The procurement is to take place at NASA Johnson Space Center located in Houston, TX, and requires completion within 8 to 10 weeks after receipt of order. This acquisition aligns with NASA's ongoing technological advancements, highlighting the importance of specialized components in space exploration projects.
    SATPC0037802 Tab 10 RFQ Open Market.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from NASA for the procurement of four Dawn VME RME-5553 cPCI chassis, to be quoted by March 11, 2025. It includes essential sections such as the Statement of Work, instructions to offerors, and provisions/clauses pertinent to the submission process. The procurement is designated as a brand-name requirement and is set aside for small businesses, mandating that offerors be registered at the System for Award Management (SAM). Key submission requirements include providing a CAGE Code, delivery lead time, and two points of contact for each quote. The RFQ emphasizes compliance with federal regulations regarding telecommunications equipment, representations and certifications related to various social equity and environmental frameworks, and specific clauses under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Offerors must also certify compliance with prohibitions regarding funding, unethical practices, and specify the place of manufacture. The document aims to ensure transparency, adherence to statutes, and support for small business participation in federal procurement, reflecting broader governmental objectives to empower diverse businesses and maintain procurement integrity.
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