High Pressure Gas Facility (HPGF) Air Dryer Refurbishment
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 NASA Stennis Space Center, has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a sole source purchase order to LECTRODRYER for the High Pressure Gas Facility (HPGF) Air Dryer Refurbishment. This notice is not a request for proposal. The work will be performed in Richmond, KY.
Scope of Work
NASA intends to refurbish HPB-600 dryer units. Lectrodryer is identified as the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and the only source possessing the proprietary design knowledge, specialized refurbishment capabilities, and access to OEM-specific components (e.g., main globe valves, instrumentation upgrades, custom fabricated piping) required for compatibility with the existing system. The refurbishment relies on OEM expertise and integration with previously supplied Lectrodryer equipment, making alternative vendors unable to meet the technical, compatibility, and safety requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (Purchase Order)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Product Service Code: 4460 (Air Purification Equipment)
- Place of Performance: Richmond, KY, United States
- Award Target: Before end of FY26
- Capability Statement Due: May 18, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: May 5, 2026
Evaluation
This is not a request for proposal. Responsible sources may submit a capability statement by the closing date. These statements will be evaluated solely to determine if this acquisition can be conducted on a competitive basis. The Government retains sole discretion in deciding whether to compete this acquisition.
Additional Notes
This acquisition falls under FAR 12, Simplified Acquisition Procedures. NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable, with ombudsman contact information available online.