Data Acquisition cards for upgrade - BLS-148 and BIM-232 cards
Overview
Buyer
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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) / NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract to CURTISS-WRIGHT DS, INC. for Data Acquisition cards (BLS-148 and BIM-232) to upgrade systems at the NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC). This is a Special Notice under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), as CURTISS-WRIGHT DS, INC. is identified as the sole provider. Interested organizations may submit capabilities by March 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for telemetry interface modules to support aircraft instrumentation and data acquisition systems for AFRC's SCHAMROQ Project. The requirement includes:
- Two (2) Discrete Input Interface Modules (Part Number: BLS-148-3).
- Two (2) Serial Communication Interface Modules (Part Number: BIM-232D-4).
Hardware must be electrically, mechanically, and functionally compatible with existing TTC EDAU-20XX and CDAU-20XX systems, integrating directly without modifications. No alternate parts are approved. Hardware must be new, unused, production units, with OEM traceability and a Manufacturer Certificate of Conformance, complying with NASA Quality Document Q1-B requirements. A manufacturer's standard warranty is required.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Sole Source Intent (FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i))
- NAICS Code: 334111 (Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing)
- Product Service Code: 1680 (Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories And Components)
- Set-Aside: None specified (sole source intent)
- Response Due: March 24, 2026, 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time
- Published Date: March 20, 2026
- Delivery: Required no later than 30 weeks after contract award.
Place of Performance
NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center, Edwards, CA.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to the identified point of contact by the deadline. These submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. The government retains discretion regarding the decision to compete this effort. Oral communications are not acceptable. NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable.