Commissioning and Service of HYPERFIRE for HLS PSI Testing.
Overview
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PSC
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Original Source
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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), through its NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC), intends to issue a sole source contract to Purdue University for the commissioning and service of the HYPERFIRE system for Human Landing System (HLS) Plume Surface Interaction (PSI) testing. This work will primarily support testing at NASA Langley Research Center (LaRC), managed by NSSC. Interested organizations may submit capabilities to challenge this sole source intent. Responses are due by February 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement focuses on ensuring NASA's existing HYPERFIRE system meets HLS operational objectives by simulating rocket plume aerodynamics with heated ethane propellant. Key tasks include:
- Proof testing of fittings, gauges, and transducers.
- Acquisition and/or installation of various components (e.g., pressure regulators, cylinder heater blankets, rupture disks, insulation).
- Ongoing support for programmatic and technical meetings with LaRC personnel.
- On-site travel to LaRC to commission and service the HYPERFIRE system.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Sole Source Intent)
- Procuring Agency: NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC)
- Intended Awardee: Purdue University
- NAICS Code: 611310 (Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools)
- Product Service Code: L099 (Technical Representation Services: Miscellaneous)
- Period of Performance: Date of award through April 30, 2026.
- Place of Performance: NASA Langley Research Center (LaRC) for HYPERFIRE system work, managed by NSSC at Stennis Space Center, MS.
- Response Due: February 9, 2026, by 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time.
- Published Date: February 5, 2026.
Set-Aside
None specified, as this is an intent to award a sole source contract.
Evaluation
Capabilities and qualifications submitted by interested organizations will be evaluated solely to determine if this procurement can be conducted 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 and FAR Part 13. Oral communications are not acceptable. NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The primary point of contact is Tracy Bremer (tracy.g.bremer@nasa.gov).