Three Vacuum Pumps for A1
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
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Shared Services Center (NSSC) is seeking to procure Three Vacuum Pump Packages for the A1 test complex LOX and LH Barges at Stennis Space Center, MS. This is explicitly identified as a sole source requirement, with NASA intending to award a contract to INTERNATIONAL MANUFACTURERS REPRESENTATIVES, INC. Interested organizations may submit capabilities and qualifications in writing by April 23, 2026, at 7 a.m. Central Standard Time to challenge the sole source determination.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 3 x MD Kinney MB200-KD30-M4A0 Vacuum Pump Packages. These packages must include Class 1, Division 2, Group B motors and solenoids. The specific name brand and model numbers are critical to ensure compatibility and interchangeability with the current LOX and LH Barges at the test complex.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Contract (Commercial items/services under FAR Part 12)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Lead Time: Estimated 12 weeks for delivery
- Submission Deadline: April 23, 2026, 7 a.m. Central Standard Time
- Published: April 21, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
This procurement is intended as a sole source. However, interested organizations are invited to submit written capabilities and qualifications. These submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if the procurement should be made competitive. Oral communications regarding this requirement are not acceptable.
Additional Notes
- NAICS Code: 333914 (Miscellaneous Items)
- Place of Performance/Delivery: Stennis Space Center, MS 39529
- Primary Point of Contact: Shanna Patterson, Procurement Specialist (shanna.l.patterson@nasa.gov)