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Sole Source Contract: Automated Design Optimization Workflow for Rocket Nozzle Design (NASA Stennis)

NASA Stennis Space Center is issuing a sole source procurement to Mississippi State University for the development and implementation of automated design optimization workflows for rocket nozzle design. - The project focuses on integrating deep-learning tools with the Loci/CHEM computational fluid dynamics suite to optimize axisymmetric aerospike nozzle contours. - Key deliverables include source code, user manual, and demonstration case documentation for the optimization routines. - The workflow will automate simulation-based optimization, including grid deformation, simulation management, sensitivity analysis, and algorithm implementation. - The contract supports NASA's propulsion test environments and hot-fire demonstration of cascading rocket nozzles. - No competing products or vendors are identified; Loci/CHEM is considered uniquely suited for NASA's requirements. - The procurement falls under NAICS code 611310 and FAR 12.102(a). - Period of performance is from contract award through April 30, 2027. - Responses to capability requests are due by July 30, 2026.

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** THIS IS A SOLE SOURCE REQUIREMENT ** for Development of an automated design optimization workflow coupling deep-learning based tools with the existing Loci/CHEM suite for simulation of optimal aerospike nozzle design.

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