TMD 180 AIRSTART Cart
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Original Source
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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
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Shared Services Center (NSSC) intends to issue a sole source contract to TEXTRON GROUND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT INC. for one TMD 180 AIRSTART Cart for the NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC). This notice also serves as a Sources Sought to determine if other qualified sources exist. Responses are due by February 5, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. CST.
Purpose
NASA/NSSC requires a spare TMD-180 Air Start Unit for the X-59 Project, as AFRC currently operates with only one unit and needs a second. NASA has determined that TEXTRON GROUND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT INC. is the sole provider of this specific equipment and intends to award a sole source contract under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i). This Special Notice also invites interested organizations to submit their capabilities and qualifications to perform this effort, which will be evaluated to determine if the procurement can be conducted on a competitive basis.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one (1) TMD-180 Air Start Unit. Key characteristics include:
- Engine: Cummins QSX 15, Direct Injection 4 Cycle Turbo Charged, 435 bhp, 6 cylinders, Tier 4F / Stage V certified.
- Compressor: Output of 180 lbs/Min at 68F, max discharge pressure of 42 PSI, single hose output connection, 390 F nominal discharge air temperature.
- No alternate units are approved.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source (intended) / Special Notice (Sources Sought)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- NAICS Code: 335999 (All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing)
- Response Due: February 5, 2026, 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time
- Published Date: February 3, 2026
- Delivery Date: Not later than February 28, 2026
Requirements for Responders
Interested organizations must submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to the identified point of contact. Submissions will be used solely to assess the potential for competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to compete this effort is at its sole discretion. Oral communications are not acceptable.
Place of Performance & Delivery
Performance will be at NASA/Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC) in Edwards, CA. Delivery is required at NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center, Bldg 4876 Warehouse #6, Lilly Drive, Edwards, CA 93524.
Special Requirements
- Compliance: NASA Quality Document Q1-C compliance is required, including manufacturer's Certificate of Conformance.
- Warranty: A 24 Month/2000 Hour Warranty is mandatory.
- Logistics: Freight delivery must be coordinated 4 business days in advance for entry into Edwards Air Force Base. An AFRC visitor request may be necessary.
Contact Information
Primary Point of Contact: Tracy Bremer (tracy.g.bremer@nasa.gov)