X-ray Diffractometer Maintenance for Empyrean Diffractometer
Overview
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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)/NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract to Malvern Panalytical Inc. for X-ray Diffractometer Maintenance for an Empyrean Diffractometer at NASA Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC). This special notice is to inform the public of this intent, as Malvern Panalytical Inc. is deemed the sole provider. Interested organizations may submit capabilities to challenge this determination. Responses are due March 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for maintenance of the Malvern Panalytical Empyrean X-Ray Diffractometer (S/N DY3247), located in building 4602, room 1182 at MSFC. The maintenance must meet or exceed Level SC-00085634. Key performance standards include:
- Period of Performance: April 9, 2026, to April 8, 2027.
- Response Time: Not to exceed 48 hours for the Aeris.
- Preventive Maintenance: Minimum of one call per year.
- Corrective Maintenance: Minimum of five visits required.
- Support: Unlimited emergency phone calls and phone support during regular business hours.
- Objective: Ensure optimal instrument performance per manufacturer specifications.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Contract (Special Notice)
- Authority: FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i)
- NAICS Code: 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance)
- Product Service Code: J059 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Electrical And Electronic Equipment Components)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: March 12, 2026, by 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time
- Published: March 10, 2026
Evaluation
NASA/NSSC will evaluate submitted capabilities and qualifications solely to determine if this procurement can be conducted on a competitive basis. A decision not to compete, based on responses, is at the Government's discretion. Oral communications are not acceptable.
Additional Notes
This acquisition will use provisions, clauses, and procedures from FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 13. NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The procuring center is NASA/NSSC.
Primary Point of Contact: Cody Guidry, Procurement Specialist, cody.d.guidry@nasa.gov Secondary Point of Contact: Shari Trigg, Contracting Officer, shari.trigg@nasa.gov