Aerotrak Portable Particle Counters Purchase
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) / NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC) intends to issue a sole source contract to TSI Incorporated for the purchase of Aerotrak Portable Particle Counters. This procurement is for NASA Kennedy Space Center (KSC) and is being conducted under the authority of FAR 12.102(a), as TSI Incorporated has been determined to be the sole provider. Interested organizations may submit capabilities and qualifications by May 29, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Aerotrak Portable Particle Counters. Specifically, the procurement includes:
- Item 1: A100+ Portable, 0.5 um, 1 CFM particle counter (Quantity: 3)
- Item 2: A+ Portables Case, Shipping Case, HD (Quantity: 3)
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Intent to Sole Source)
- NAICS Code: 334516
- Place of Performance: NASA BOSS Receiving, Building M6-0744, Kennedy Space Center, FL 32899
- Period of Performance: 30 days After Receipt of Order (ARO)
- Response Due: May 29, 2026, 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time
- Published: May 27, 2026
- Set-Aside: None specified (Intent to Sole Source)
Evaluation
Capabilities and qualifications submitted by interested organizations will be evaluated solely to determine whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. The government retains discretion regarding the decision to compete this effort.
Additional Notes
This acquisition will utilize provisions, clauses, and procedures prescribed in FAR Part 12 for Commercial items or services. NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice.
Primary Point of Contact: Kacey Hickman, Procurement, kacey.l.hickman@nasa.gov