Thermo Scientific service plan HELIX MC Plus Noble Gas Isotope Ratio Ma Essential
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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)/NSSC intends to award a sole source contract to THERMO ELECTRON NORTH AMERICA LLC for an Essential Service Plan for the Thermo Scientific HELIX MC Plus Noble Gas Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometer. This service is required for the instrument located at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC). Interested organizations may submit capabilities to challenge this sole source determination by June 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a service contract to provide continued support for the HELIX-MC instrument within the Mid-Atlantic Noble Gas Research Laboratory (Noble Isotope Lab) at GSFC. Key aspects of the service include:
- 50% faster onsite response time to reduce downtime by 30-40%.
- 35% remote resolution of issues with exclusive access to enhanced technical support and digital remote tools.
- Priority access to over 2,000 field service professionals.
- The HELIX-MC instrument requires annual servicing, a contract that has been continuously maintained for the past 12 years.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Sole Source (intended) under FAR 12.102(a) for Commercial items/services.
- NAICS Code: 811210 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Electrical And Electronic Equipment Components).
- Place of Performance: NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC), Building 34, Room C135, Noble Isotope Lab.
- Response Due: June 11, 2026, by 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time.
- Published Date: June 9, 2026.
Evaluation
NASA/NSSC has determined that THERMO ELECTRON NORTH AMERICA LLC is the sole provider for this essential service plan. Submissions from other organizations will be evaluated solely to determine if the procurement can be conducted on a competitive basis. The decision to proceed with a sole source award remains at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
Oral communications are not acceptable. NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The primary point of contact is Cody Guidry (Procurement Specialist II) at cody.d.guidry@nasa.gov.