Opportunity
SAM #80NSSC26930445Q
NASA Procurement: Cycling and Ultrasound Scanning of Lithium-Ion Cells for Defect Detection
Buyer
NASA Shared Services Center
Posted
April 28, 2026
Respond By
May 01, 2026
Identifier
80NSSC26930445Q
NAICS
334515, 541380, 541715
NASA is seeking specialized services for cycling and ultrasound scanning of lithium-ion 18650 cells to detect lithium plating and related defects. - Government Buyer: - NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC), with contracting office at Stennis Space Center, Mississippi - Work performed at NASA Johnson Space Center, Houston, Texas - OEMs and Vendors: - Titan Advanced Energy Solutions Inc. is identified as the sole source provider for proprietary ultrasound scanning and computational analysis - Products/Services Requested: - Cycling and ultrasound examination of 38 lithium-ion 18650 cells (28 with defects, 10 controls) - 24 cells with insufficient anode overhang - 4 cells with anode metallic foreign object debris - 10 control cells without defects - Proprietary ultrasound scans with computational analysis to detect lithium plating and other defects - Controlled cycling profiles, ultrasound scans at specified intervals, DCIR pulses, and comprehensive reporting - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Use of proprietary ultrasound technology for defect detection - All work must be performed in a room temperature and humidity-controlled facility (<50% RH) - Non-flight hardware; cells require controlled storage - All cycling and scanning must be completed within 12 months after receipt of cells
Description
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