NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE-SOURCE - ABB, INC
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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) / Ames Research Center (ARC) has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole-Source to ABB Inc. for the acquisition of four (4) ABB ACS5000 Converters and two (2) Specialtrasfo Converter Transformers, along with associated control devices and equipment. This acquisition is planned as a commercial item purchase under FAR Part 12.
Purpose & Scope
NASA/ARC requires specific power conversion equipment for its operations. The scope of work includes the provision of:
- Four (4) ABB ACS5000 Converters
- Two (2) Specialtrasfo Converter Transformers
- All documented control devices and equipment
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole-Source)
- Intended Awardee: ABB Inc.
- Rationale: Sole-source justification is based on 10 U.S.C 3204(a)(1), as implemented by RFO 6.103-1, citing "Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements."
- Acquisition Method: Commercial item acquisition using FAR Part 12.
- Product Service Code: 6120 (Transformers: Distribution And Power Station)
- Place of Performance: ARBOGA, CA, United States
Set-Aside
None specified, as this is a Notice of Intent to Sole-Source.
Response & Evaluation
Interested organizations capable of fulfilling this requirement may submit their capabilities and qualifications electronically to Tina Jenkins (tina.jenkins@nasa.gov). These submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if the acquisition can be conducted on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to compete this acquisition, based on responses to this notice, remains at the Government's discretion.
Deadlines
- Capabilities Submission Due: April 1, 2026, by 5:00 PM EST
- Published Date: March 17, 2026
Additional Notes
NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman for this acquisition can be found at the provided NASA link.