Three GLU-2100 Multi-Mode Receivers (MMR), P/N 822-2532-100 with P/N's: BCG48-U000-05W9 (34 MMR OSS) and COL4C-0087-0003 (34 MMR OPS) pre-loaded.

Recommendation and Determination to Solicit from One Source or Brand Name

This document outlines a recommendation to solicit from a single source or brand name for the acquisition of supplies or services. It details the justification for why competition is deemed impractical.

• The acquisition is for GLU-2100 Multi-Mode Receivers, P/N 822-2532-100 with S/W P/N BCG48-U000-05W9 and COL4C-0087-0003 or newer installed.

• These parts are required to maintain the airworthiness of an aircraft, as specified by the aircraft type certificate and applicable service bulletins.

• The estimated cost of the effort is redacted.

• The estimated period of performance or lead-time for delivery is May 31, 2026.

• Not applicable, as this document is a determination for sole-source procurement.

• This is a sole-source or brand-name justification, indicating no set-aside is planned.

• The document states that if another vendor/brand is used, the aircraft is no longer airworthy.

• Competition is considered impractical because the part is specific and only available from one manufacturer.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for three GLU-2100 Multi-Mode Receivers (MMR), Part Number 822-2532-100, with pre-loaded Part Numbers BCG48-U000-05W9 (34 MMR OSS) and COL4C-0087-0003 (34 MMR OPS). This is a brand name requirement.

• The core deliverable is three GLU-2100 Multi-Mode Receivers (MMR) with specified part numbers and pre-loaded software.

• Vendors must be authorized resellers.

• Delivery is FOB Destination.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated, but it is an RFQ for commercial items.

• The period of performance and estimated value are not stated in this document.

• Quotes are due by 3/26/2026 at 7 a.m. CT.

• Quotes must be submitted via email to Shanna.L.Patterson@nasa.gov.

• Contractual and technical questions must be submitted via email to Shanna.L.Patterson@nasa.gov no later than 3/25/2026 at 7 a.m. CT.

• Quotes shall remain valid for 30 days.

• Submitted quotes must include CAGE/UEI Code, FOB Destination, Leadtime for Delivery, and POC Name & Email.

• Vendors must reference the tracking number (80NSSC26926870Q-1) in the subject line of their email when submitting a quote.

• The government will award to the responsible Offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation is the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Offers not deemed technically acceptable will be removed from further consideration.

• This procurement is full and open competition.

• Offerors must be registered at www.sam.gov.

• Specific provisions regarding representations and certifications (e.g., small business, veteran-owned, etc.) are included and must be completed.

• The document references multiple sections including Statement of Work/Bid Schedule, Instructions to Offerors, Solicitation Provisions/Representations and Certifications, Clauses/Terms and Conditions, and Quote Evaluation Criteria.

• The government does not pay by credit card.

• Specific FAR and NFS clauses are incorporated by reference and in full text, covering various aspects of the contract, including terms and conditions, representations, certifications, and specific requirements like Buy American and Trade Agreements.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To comply with Boeing Service Bulletin 777-34-0359 on the NASA LaRC Boeing 777 aircraft, requiring the procurement and pre-loading of specific Multi-Mode Receivers (MMR).

• The vendor shall provide three (3) GLU-2100 MMR, P/N 822-2532-100.
• These MMRs must have P/N's BCG48-U000-05W9 (34 MMR OSS) and COL4C-0087-0003 (34 MMR OPS) pre-loaded.

Not specified in this document.

• Place of Performance: Not applicable, as this is a parts procurement only. Installation will be performed at NASA LaRC by the Research Services Directorate (RSD).
• Period of Performance: Parts must be delivered no later than 6 weeks after contract award.

Compliance with Boeing Service Bulletin 777-34-0359 is required.