Simulant for Micrometeoroid Impact Testing
Overview
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PSC
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Original Source
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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
NASA/NSSC intends to issue an 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8) contract to KMZ ENTERPRISES LLC for Simulant for Micrometeoroid Impact Testing. This notice serves as a synopsis to determine if other qualified sources exist to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. Performance will be located at NASA/Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC). Interested organizations must submit their capabilities by June 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the provision of Simulant for Micrometeoroid Impact Testing. NASA/NSSC has determined that KMZ ENTERPRISES LLC is currently the sole provider of this specific simulant.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Contract (Commercial items or services, prescribed in FAR Part 12)
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8)
- NAICS Code: 513210 (Navigational Instruments)
- Response Due: June 11, 2026, by 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time
- Published: June 8, 2026
Evaluation
Capabilities and qualifications submitted by interested organizations will be evaluated solely to determine whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. The government retains sole discretion in determining whether to proceed with a competitive procurement based on responses to this notice.
Additional Notes
Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice. NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman information is available on the NASA website.
Primary Point of Contact: McKenzie Hanson Procurement Specialist McKenzie.M.Hanson@nasa.gov