(Flight Valves) 2 Way, 540 g Solenoid Valves
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 Kennedy Space Center (KSC) has a requirement for 28 Flight Valves (2 Way, 540 g Solenoid Valves) to support the Dust Tolerant Automated Umbilical (DTAU) and Lunar Electrostatic Discharge and Dust Mitigation (LEDM) Projects under the KSC 90-Day Challenge. NASA/KSC intends to issue a sole source purchase order to Marotta Controls. Interested organizations may submit capabilities by May 6, 2026.
Requirement Details
NASA/KSC requires 28 units of 2 Way, 540 g Solenoid Valves, which are critical flight valves. These specific Marotta Flight Valves are already flight certified, and Marotta Controls currently has them in stock, making them the only ones that meet the Government's requirements and delivery schedule. The acquisition will be for a commercial product or service, utilizing FAR Part 12.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (Sole Source Justification)
- Intended Contractor: Marotta Controls
- Justification: FAR 6.103-1, "Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements."
- Estimated Lead-Time: 2 Weeks (as per justification document)
- Response Due: May 6, 2026, 12:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
- Published: April 22, 2026
- Place of Performance: Orlando, FL, United States
- Product Service Code: 6620 (Engine Instruments)
Submission & Eligibility
This is a sole-source justification. However, interested organizations are invited to submit their capabilities and qualifications electronically to Kodi Coles (kodi.d.coles@nasa.gov). These submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if the acquisition can be conducted on a competitive basis. A decision not to compete this acquisition is at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman information can be found at the provided NASA link.