American Society of Mechanical Engineers Code Tube pressure vessels
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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) Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) intends to award a sole source contract to FIBA TECHNOLOGIES, INC. for American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Code Tube pressure vessels. This acquisition is for three sets of four-pack configurations, totaling 12 vessels, which must match existing vessels purchased in 2017. This notice serves as a market research effort to determine if competition is feasible.
Scope of Work
NASA/MSFC requires 12 ASME Code Tube pressure vessels, configured as three sets of four-pack units. Each individual vessel has a maximum volume of approximately 60 cubic feet (water volume), with each 4-pack having a combined total water volume of approximately 233 cubic feet. These vessels are to be delivered to MSFC in Huntsville, AL. The critical requirement is that the additional vessels must precisely match those purchased from FIBA Technologies in 2017, as the foundations were built based on their drawings.
Contract Details
- Type: Special Notice / Notice of Intent to Sole Source (FAR 13.5(a)(1)(ii) in accordance with 41 U.S.C.1901)
- Intended Awardee: FIBA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Acquisition Method: Commercial item using FAR Part 12.
- Place of Performance: Huntsville, AL
Response & Deadlines
- Capabilities Submission Due: May 8, 2026, by 3:00 PM CST
- Published Date: April 23, 2026
- Submission Method: Electronically via email
- Contact: Stephanie Darnell, Contracting Officer, stephanie.darnell@nasa.gov
Evaluation
Capabilities and qualifications submitted by interested organizations will be evaluated solely to determine if this acquisition can be conducted on a competitive basis. The Government retains sole discretion regarding the decision to compete this acquisition.
Additional Notes
NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable.