LNG Vaporizor/Model PBA20SS-29.4/1
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) / NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC) intends to issue a sole source contract for an LNG Vaporizer (Model PBA20SS-29.4/1). This special notice indicates NASA's intent to award to ACME CRYOGENICS, INC under the authority of FAR 12.102(a), as they are deemed the sole provider. The vaporizer is required to support liquid methane operations at NASA Stennis Space Center (SSC). Interested organizations may submit capabilities by June 18, 2026, to challenge the sole source determination.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one ambient pressure build vaporizer to convert liquid methane to gaseous methane for facility test operations. The supplier will be responsible for the design, manufacture, cleaning, testing, and delivery of a fully assembled unit, meeting specific performance, material, and dimensional requirements. Key technical specifications include:
- Flow Capacity: 27,000 SCFH minimum for an 8-hour period.
- Working Fluid: Liquid methane.
- Pressure: 600 psig MAWP, 75 psig normal operating pressure.
- Materials: 304 stainless steel for wetted parts.
- Cleaning: Oxygen-service cleaning per CP010102 Rev 5.
- Delivery: Within 14-16 weeks after order placement.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Sole Source Intent)
- Procuring Agency: NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC)
- Place of Performance: NASA Stennis Space Center (SSC)
- NAICS Code: 333415 (Construction Of Other Utilities)
- Capabilities Statement Due: June 18, 2026, by 12:00 p.m. Central Standard Time
- Published Date: June 15, 2026
Evaluation
NASA/NSSC intends to award a sole source contract to ACME CRYOGENICS, INC. Capabilities statements submitted by other interested organizations will be evaluated solely to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. A determination not to compete is at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
Oral communications are not acceptable. NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman listing is available on the NASA website. Required documentation includes fabrication drawings, material certifications, oxygen-cleaning certification, installation guidelines, and O&M instructions. A minimum one-year warranty is required.