Injection Molded Viton Seals for ECLSS SBAR System
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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)/NSSC has a requirement for Injection Molded Viton Seals for the ECLSS SBAR System. NASA/NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract to C T GASKET & POLYMER CO INC A. Interested organizations may submit capabilities and qualifications by May 15, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for injection molded Viton seals for Sorbent-Based Atmospheric Revitalization (SBAR) valves, critical for Environmental Control and Life Support Systems (ECLSS) advanced testing. The scope includes:
- Developing molds based on NASA-provided valve drawings.
- Procuring injection molded Viton seals.
- Injecting seals into valves and returning them to NASA for evaluation.
Performance Standards
Key requirements include:
- Molds must conform to Drawing 1 (Cabin Air Valve Injection Molded Seals) and Drawing 2 (Vacuum Valve Injection Molded Seals).
- The injection molded seal must be permanently bonded to the valve body.
- The seal must be fully continuous in radial and axial directions.
- A data sheet for the Viton formulation must be acceptable to NASA.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Commercial items, FAR Part 12)
- NAICS Code: 339991 (Combination And Miscellaneous Instruments)
- Set-Aside: None (Intended Sole Source)
- Place of Performance: NASA/Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC), Huntsville, AL.
- Period of Performance: Deliveries required no later than 10 weeks after award.
- Response Due: May 15, 2026, 4:00 p.m. CST
- Published: May 12, 2026
Additional Notes
NASA has determined C T GASKET & POLYMER CO INC A to be the sole provider. Submissions from other organizations will be evaluated solely to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. A determination not to compete is at the Government's discretion. Oral communications are not acceptable. NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable.
Point of Contact
Tracy Bremer, Procurement Specialist Email: tracy.g.bremer@nasa.gov