Vacuum jacketed flex hoses/26-8XXX-5001 &26-8XXX-5002/ 6
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), specifically the NASA Shared Services Center, is soliciting quotes for Vacuum Jacketed Flex Hoses (part numbers 26-8XXX-5001 & 26-8XXX-5002/6). This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation issued as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The requirement is for "Brand Name or Equivalent" products, and only authorized resellers are permitted to bid. Quotes are due by June 19, 2026, at 7 a.m. CT.
Scope of Work
The procurement includes:
- Item 1: Three (3) units of 1/2" x 7' vacuum jacketed flexible hoses with female JIC connectors, rated for liquid hydrogen. Specifications include a working pressure of 500 psig (proof pressure 1000 psig), working temperature of -425F, and cleaning to RPTSTD-8070-0001 Level 400.
- Item 2: Three (3) units of 1/2" x 7' vacuum jacketed flexible hoses with female JIC connectors, rated for liquid oxygen. Specifications include a working pressure of 500 psig (proof pressure 1000 psig), working temperature of -300F, and cleaning to RPTSTD-8070-0001 Level 400A.
Key Requirements for Bid Submission
Offerors must include the following in their bid:
- CAGE/UEI Code
- FOB Destination
- Leadtime for Delivery
- POC Name & Email
This is a "Brand Name or Equal To" requirement, and only authorized resellers will be considered. The government does not pay by credit card.
Contract Details
- Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ), anticipated as a Firm Fixed-Price contract.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Place of Performance/Delivery: Stennis Space Center, MS (specifically BLD 2204).
- Delivery Term: FOB Destination.
- Required Delivery: 8 weeks lead time.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quote Due Date: June 19, 2026, at 7 a.m. CT.
- Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted in writing via email to Shanna L. Patterson at shanna.l.patterson@nasa.gov. The tracking number (80NSSC26934366Q) must be referenced in the email subject line.
- Quote Validity: Quotes must remain valid for 30 days.
- Points of Contact: Submitted quotes must list two points of contact (name, phone number, and email address).
- Questions Due: Contractual and technical questions must be submitted in writing via email to Shanna L. Patterson by June 17, 2026, at 3 p.m. CT. Telephone questions will not be accepted.
- Evaluation: Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose offer is the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Quotes not deemed technically acceptable will be removed from consideration.
Eligibility
- This procurement is set aside for small businesses.
- Offerors must be registered at www.sam.gov.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Shanna Patterson (shanna.l.patterson@nasa.gov)