SkyLink 7100 Aviation Kit.
Overview
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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 a sole source contract to NAL RESEARCH CORP for the procurement of SkyLink 7100 Aviation Kits. This requirement is for mission-critical flight items used on ground control stations for the Global Hawk program. NASA/NSSC is seeking capabilities and qualifications from other interested organizations to determine if this procurement can be conducted on a competitive basis. Responses are due by April 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 5 EA SkyLink 7100 Aviation Kits. These kits include specific components:
- Dual Mode Data Gateway (SL10001)
- Sensor Systems Antenna (S67-1575-414)
- LTE Antenna (YCN001AA)
- 5' LMR240 Cable With TNCM to SMA Connectors (CXTG24K-5)
- SkyLink Power Adapter (SL100-PWR) No substitutes are acceptable due to the significant re-design, testing, analysis, and re-wiring requirements involved. The kits are needed no later than June 1, 2026, for delivery to NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center, Edwards, CA.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source (FAR 12.102(a)) to NAL RESEARCH CORP.
- NAICS Code: 334511
- Set-Aside: None (sole source)
- Response Due: April 27, 2026, 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time
- Published: April 23, 2026
- Place of Performance/Delivery: NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC), Edwards, CA 93523
Evaluation
Interested organizations may submit written capabilities and qualifications. These will be evaluated solely to determine if the procurement can be conducted on a competitive basis. The government retains discretion on whether to proceed with a non-competitive award. Oral communications are not acceptable.
Additional Notes
The NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman information is available at the provided NASA link. Primary Point of Contact: Tracy Bremer, Procurement Specialist, tracy.g.bremer@nasa.gov.