shelving upgrade
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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) Shared Services Center has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) for a shelving upgrade at the Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, MD. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and a Brand Name/Or Equivalent/Sole Source requirement. The award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) offer. Quotes are due by May 21, 2026, at 7 a.m. CT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is to upgrade the High Density Storage Library Shelving System. This includes supplying and installing new electronics (transitioning to an Eclipse-powered system) and new 4-post shelving. The contractor will retain and reuse viable existing components such as rail, floor, carriages, and platform, while removing and disposing of non-reusable components. The new shelving must be the contractor's standard 4-post system, and the entire upgraded system must be fully tested for functionality. The estimated lead time for delivery and installation is 20 weeks.
Contract Details
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ), Firm Fixed-Price (TBD)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Brand Name/Equivalent: This is a brand name or equivalent/sole source requirement. A justification document recommends SpaceSaver Interiors due to the unique characteristics of the existing system and the ability to reuse components, with an estimated cost of $108,496.12. However, "or equivalent" bids are accepted.
- Eligibility: Authorized resellers only. Offerors must be registered at www.sam.gov.
- Place of Performance: Goddard Space Flight Center, 8800 Greenbelt Road, Greenbelt, Maryland.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: May 21, 2026, 7 a.m. CT.
- Questions Due: May 20, 2026, 7 a.m. CT (must be in writing via email).
- Submission Requirements: Bids must include CAGE/UEI Code, FOB Destination, Leadtime for Delivery, and POC Name & Email. Quotes must list two points of contact and remain valid for 30 days. Vendors must reference the tracking number (80NSSC26930327Q) in the email subject line when submitting quotes to Shanna L. Patterson (Shanna.l.Patterson@nasa.gov).
- Evaluation: Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose offer is the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Offers not deemed technically acceptable will be removed from consideration.
Additional Notes
The government does not pay by credit card. Contractor personnel information will be required for base passes once delivery and installation dates are determined.