SAM #80NSSC26930508Q

Sole Source Biofilm Analysis and Mitigation Services for ISS Water Processor Assembly

NASA is seeking specialized biofilm analysis and mitigation services to address biofilm growth in the International Space Station (ISS) Water Processor Assembly (WPA). - Government Buyer: - National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) - Sub-agency: Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) - NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC) - Sole Source Provider: - Montana State University (Center for Biofilm Engineering) - Services Requested: - Biofilm analysis and mitigation strategy development for the ISS WPA - Resin performance testing with microbial load (BFR300 resin columns) - Biocide dosing studies and comprehensive reporting - Development of bench-scale assays for biofilm clogging in small apertures - Technical support for MSFC engineers, including meetings, emails, and calls - Deliverables include technical reports and bi-weekly updates - Unique Requirements: - Sole source justification: Montana State University is identified as the only provider capable of delivering these specialized biofilm services - Focus on supporting Mars Campaign Office with research insights for future missions - Work supports both hardware testing and scientific research for space applications - Place of Performance: - NASA Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC), Alabama - Center for Biofilm Engineering, Montana State University, Bozeman, MT

Description

Synopsis:

NASA/NSSC has a requirement for Biofilm analysis to prevent or manage the biofilm growth in the ISS Water Processor Assembly. 

NASA/NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract to Montana State University under the authority of FAR 12.102(a). It has been determined that Montana State University is the sole provider of Biofilm analysis to prevent or manage the biofilm growth in the ISS Water Processor Assembly

NASA/NSSC will be the procuring center for this effort. Performance will be located at NASA/ Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC).

The Government intends to acquire Non-Commercial items or services using the provisions, clauses and procedures prescribed in FAR Part 13 for Non-Commercial

The NAICS Code for this procurement is 611310.

Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to perform the effort in writing to the identified point of contact not later than 8:00 a.m. Central Standard Time on 4/20/2026. Such capabilities/qualifications will be evaluated solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed effort on a full and open competition basis, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the government.

Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice.

NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman for this acquisition can be found at https://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/procurement/regs/Procurement-Ombuds-Comp-Advocate-Listing.pdf .

Primary Point of Contact:

Monica Wilson

Procurement Assistant III

monica.d.wilson@nasa.gov

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