Hydrazine emergency response SCBA equipment
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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) / NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC) has issued a Special Notice for a sole source requirement to procure Hydrazine emergency response Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) equipment. The government intends to award a contract to LN CURTIS & SONS for performance at NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC), Edwards, CA. Interested organizations must submit capabilities by January 30, 2026, 7 a.m. Central Standard Time (CST).
Purpose & Overview
NASA/NSSC requires Hydrazine emergency response SCBA equipment to replace existing Interspiro SCBA equipment, which will no longer be supported after April 2026 due to the cessation of the only certified west coast inspection facility. The procurement is justified as a sole source to LN CURTIS & SONS under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), as they are deemed the sole provider capable of meeting the requirements. This transition aims to standardize capabilities with U.S. Air Force fire departments and ensure access to a long-term support network, including no-cost equipment training.
Scope of Work / Key Requirements
The required SCBA equipment must:
- Be compatible with US Air Force Fire Department SCBA Equipment for cross-utilization.
- Include spare air bottles with the ability to refill at the AFB Fire Department Host Station.
- Include compatible inspection equipment and quick access to spare parts.
- Meet NIOSH approval under 42 CFR, Part 84 for chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) protection.
- Feature a Universal Emergency Breathing Supply System (UEBSS) operating at 4500 psig with a minimum 45-minute duration.
- Have all components powered from a single source, such as a rechargeable battery.
- Include a Facepiece Heads-up Display (HUD) indicating cylinder air volume.
- Include a mechanical bell alarm for low air cylinder pressure.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Sole Source (Special Notice)
- Acquisition Method: FAR Part 12 (Commercial Items) and FAR Part 13 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures)
- Intended Awardee: LN CURTIS & SONS
- Place of Performance: NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center, Edwards, CA 93524
- Estimated Lead Time: 40 days
- NAICS Code: 334516
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: January 30, 2026, 7 a.m. CST
- Submission Method: In writing to the identified point of contact.
- Evaluation: Submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis. The government retains discretion on whether to pursue full and open competition.
- Note: Oral communications are not acceptable.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This is a sole source requirement; therefore, no set-aside designation applies. The government intends to award to LN CURTIS & SONS.
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Shanna Patterson, Procurement Specialist
- Email: shanna.l.patterson@nasa.gov
Additional Notes
NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman can be found at http://prod.nais.nasa.gov/pub/pub_library/Omb.html. The new equipment is needed by March 13, 2026, to meet compliance deadlines and support upcoming missions like the GEMx Campaign.