Model 110 Twin-Jet Electropolisher system
SOL #: 80NSSC26930226QPre-SolicitationSole Source
Overview
Buyer
National Aeronautics And Space Administration
National Aeronautics And Space Administration
NASA SHARED SERVICES CENTER
STENNIS SPACE CENTER, MS, 39529, United States
Place of Performance
Cleveland, OH
NAICS
Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)
PSC
Laboratory Equipment And Supplies (6640)
Set Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Original Source
Timeline
1
Posted
Apr 14, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Apr 17, 2026, 9:00 PM
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/NSSC has issued a Presolicitation notice for a Model 110 Twin-Jet Electropolisher system. This opportunity is classified as a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5), but the government intends to award a sole source contract to Fischione Instruments. Interested organizations are invited to submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing by April 17, 2026, to determine if the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for an electropolishing system with specific features:
- Constructed from electrolyte-resistant materials.
- Utilizes two jets for simultaneous specimen polishing to achieve electron transparency within minutes without artifacts.
- Integrated fiber optic light source and photo detector to automatically stop the polishing process upon perforation.
- Adjustable photodetector sensitivity for precise control over final hole size.
- Cryogenic capability, reaching temperatures down to -60°C.
- Includes a power controller for precise electrolyte flow.
- Features visual and audible alarms for polishing voltage, current, light source, and photodetector shutoff circuit.
- Supports both auto and continuous pump polishing modes.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (Intent to Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Intended Contractor: Fischione Instruments
- NAICS Code: 334516 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies)
- Place of Performance: NASA/Glenn Research Center (GRC), Cleveland, OH
- Applicable Clause: NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman.
Submission & Evaluation
- Purpose: Submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis. The government reserves the right not to compete the effort.
- Submission Deadline: April 17, 2026, 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time.
- Method: Submit capabilities and qualifications in writing. Oral communications are not acceptable.
- Important Note: This is not a request for quotes; any pricing offered will not be reviewed or accepted at this time.
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Lindsey McLellan (lindsey.m.mclellan@nasa.gov)
People
Points of Contact
Lindsey McLellanPRIMARY
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Posted: Apr 14, 2026