Thermo Fisher Pulse Discharge Detector & Various Hardware
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
NASA/NSSC has a requirement for Thermo Fisher Pulse Discharge Detector & Various Hardware for the Kennedy Space Center (KSC). This is an intended sole source contract to THERMO ELECTRON NORTH AMERICA LLC under FAR 12.102(a), classified as an 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8). The agency is seeking capabilities from other interested organizations to determine if this procurement can be conducted competitively.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the purchase of a Thermo Fisher Pulse Discharge Detector, various hardware, and accessories. These items are necessary due to their proprietary design and exclusive compatibility with existing Thermo Fisher TRACE 1300 and 1600 Series gas chromatographs at NASA KSC. Key items include:
- Thermo Fisher Trace 1610 Gas Chromatograph
- iConnect Gas Sampling Valve (GSV) Injector
- iConnect Flame Ionization Detector (FID)
- iConnect Pulsed Discharge Detector (PDD)
- iConnect Split/Splitless (SSL) Injector Module
- Various test mixes and columns (e.g., TRACE GC TR-5 COLUMN)
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Intended Sole Source (FAR 12.102(a))
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8)
- NAICS Code: 513210
- Place of Performance: NASA Kennedy Space Center, FL.
- Period of Performance: 3-4 Weeks After Receipt of Order (ARO).
- Capabilities Due: April 20, 2026, 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time.
- Published: April 13, 2026.
Evaluation
Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing. These submissions will be evaluated solely to determine whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. The government reserves the discretion not to compete this effort.
Additional Notes
Oral communications are not acceptable. NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The primary point of contact is McKenzie Hanson, Procurement Specialist, at McKenzie.M.Hanson@nasa.gov.