Design, Procurement, and Installation of Modular Cleanroom
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
NASA/NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract to AMERICAN FELT AND FILTER COMPANY INC for the Design, Procurement, and Installation of a Modular Cleanroom at NASA Ames Research Center (ARC). This cleanroom is specifically for preparing a Thermal Protection System (TPS) Fabrication Space to support the fabrication of MERINO batting. Other interested organizations may submit capabilities by April 16, 2026, to determine if this procurement can be conducted on a competitive basis.
Scope of Work
The effort involves providing all labor, materials, facilities, services, equipment, analysis, and management to prepare a dedicated room/production area for MERINO TPS batting materials. Key tasks include:
- Cleaning and preparing the fabrication space.
- Installation of an Opening and Blending Line.
- Building of an Electrical Panel for the Blending Line.
- Rewiring of Carding Equipment.
- Re-sizing of a Crosslapper for MERINO size batting. Specialized equipment and facilities are required to prevent material contamination due to the high carbon content fiber of MERINO batting.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Intent to Award Sole Source (FAR 12.102(a))
- NAICS Code: 513210
- Product Service Code: 3694 (Clean Work Stations, Controlled Environment, And Related Equipment)
- Period of Performance: April 2026 to June 30, 2026 (for SOW tasks)
- Capabilities Submission Due: April 16, 2026, 11:00 a.m. Central Standard Time
- Published: April 13, 2026
- Set-Aside Note: While the opportunity is tagged as a "Total Small Business Set-Aside," the description explicitly states an intent to award a sole source contract. Submitting capabilities is for determining potential competition.
Evaluation
Capabilities and qualifications submitted by interested organizations will be evaluated solely to determine if the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis. A determination not to compete is at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
This procurement will acquire Commercial items or services using FAR Part 12 procedures. Oral communications are not acceptable. NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. Primary Point of Contact: Monica Wilson, Procurement Assistant, monica.d.wilson@nasa.gov.