Cardiopulmonary Exercise Metabolic Testing Device.
Overview
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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), specifically the NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC), intends to issue a sole source contract for Cardiopulmonary Exercise Metabolic Testing Devices. This procurement is for COSMED USA INC, identified as the sole provider, to support HHC Exploration Altitude research at the NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, TX. Interested organizations must submit capabilities by May 1, 2026, to determine if the procurement should be competed.
Scope of Work
This acquisition aims to procure specific equipment to support HHC Exploration Altitude research in the EEPL and EPC labs for Artemis 4. Key items include:
- Metabolic Testing Devices (2)
- Calibration Kits (2)
- Flowmeters (2) and Mask Adapters (4)
- Spare Masks (medium, small, x-small) and Spare Flowmeters
- System Workstation computers (2), Laptops (2), and Software (2)
- USB connector hubs (2)
- Metabolic gas mixing chambers (2)
- ECG cables (2) and ECG interpretation software (2)
- Pulse oximeters and probes (2 each)
- Blood Pressure monitors (2) and Integration modules (2)
- Blood Pressure Unit Connector cables (2 each)
- Device Installation and training (2)
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Sole Source (intent to issue)
- Authority: FAR 12.102(a) for Commercial Items
- NAICS Code: 339112 - Combination And Miscellaneous Instruments
- Department/Agency: National Aeronautics And Space Administration (NASA)
- Office: NASA SHARED SERVICES CENTER
- Place of Performance: NASA Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center, Building 21 Performance Wing Laboratories, Houston, TX 77058, United States
- Delivery Date: August 2026
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: Not later than 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on May 1, 2026.
- Submission Method: Interested organizations must submit capabilities and qualifications in writing.
- Evaluation: Submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if the procurement should be competed on a full and open basis. The government retains discretion on whether to compete. Oral communications are not acceptable.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
- This is currently intended as a sole source procurement.
Additional Notes
NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. A link to the Center Ombudsman listing is provided. The primary point of contact is Cara Craft, Procurement Specialist II.