Purchase testing stand for high altitude mask to support decompression sickness research.
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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 indicating its intent to award a sole source contract to ECI DEFENSE GROUP, INC. for a high-altitude mask testing stand. This procurement is critical for supporting decompression sickness research related to upcoming Artemis missions.
Interested organizations capable of providing the required equipment are invited to submit written capabilities and qualifications to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted. Submissions are due by March 26, 2026, no later than 7 a.m. Central Standard Time.
Purpose & Scope
NASA/NSSC requires a Phantom Plus Breath High Altitude Mask Test Stand (quantity 1), along with an accessory kit and a spare parts kit. This equipment is essential for HHC Decompression Sickness research, specifically for use with "Phantom plus masks" already in use for decompression sickness and Artemis atmospheric composition research. The procurement falls under commercial items and services, governed by FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 13.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Intent to Award Sole Source)
- Intended Awardee: ECI DEFENSE GROUP, INC.
- Authority: FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), citing ECI Defense Group as the sole provider.
- Place of Performance: NASA Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center (JSC), Building 21 Performance Wing Laboratories, Houston, TX.
- Delivery Date: December 2026.
- Estimated Lead Time: 9 months for delivery.
- NAICS Code: 334519 (Combination And Miscellaneous Instruments).
Set-Aside & Eligibility
This is an intended sole source procurement, and therefore, no specific set-aside designation applies. The government has determined that competition is impractical as the test stand is reasonably available from only one source/manufacturer. Responses from other organizations will be evaluated solely to determine if a competitive procurement is justified.
Submission & Evaluation
- Organizations believing they can provide the required testing stand may submit written capabilities and qualifications.
- Deadline for Submissions: March 26, 2026, no later than 7 a.m. Central Standard Time.
- Submissions will be used to assess whether the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis.
- Oral communications are not acceptable.
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Shanna Patterson, Procurement Specialist, shanna.l.patterson@nasa.gov