SAM #80NSSC26944189Q

NASA seeks capability statements for a 515-series hydraulic power unit upgrade and testing at Glenn Research Center

NASA Glenn Research Center is seeking capability statements for an upgrade to the Shape Memory Alloy Lab’s hydraulic power unit (HPU) and related test-equipment services. - Opportunity and approach - NASA Shared Services Center (NASA/NSSC) is considering a sole-source award to MTS Systems Corporation, identified in the notice as the sole provider. - NASA will review capability statements to determine whether a competitive procurement is appropriate. Submit written capability statements only; quotes and oral responses will not be considered. - Solicitation number: 80NSSC26944189Q. NAICS code: 334519. - Requested upgrade - Upgrade the legacy Model 505.07 HPU in the Shape Memory Alloy Lab to 515-series technology. - Remove the legacy pump/motor module and provide and install a 515-type module with an IE4 motor and secondary cooling circuit pump, an accumulator kit, and a replacement servovalve. - Clean the HPU, change the oil, flush lines, and replace the return filter element and seals. - Perform onsite testing of flow, pressure, and electrical parameters; provide a performance report; and verify the HPU and test frame operate as intended. - Location and unknowns - Work is at NASA Glenn Research Center. The notice and attachment summaries do not specify quantities, part numbers, or a period of performance.

Description

 SPECIAL NOTICE:

VENDORS MUST REFERENCE THE NOTICE ID WHEN SUBMITTING A CAPABILITY STATEMENT.

NASA/NSSC has a requirement for Test equipment hydraulic pump repair: Shape memory alloy lab. 

NASA/NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract to MTS Systems Corporation under the authority of FAR 12.102(a). It has been determined that MTS Systems Corporation is the sole provider of Test equipment hydraulic pump repair: Shape memory alloy lab

NASA/NSSC will be the procuring center for this effort. Performance will be located at NASA/ Glenn Research Center (GRC).

The Government intends to acquire Commercial items or services using the provisions, clauses and procedures prescribed in FAR Part 12 for Commercial

The NAICS Code for this procurement is 334519.

Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to perform the effort in writing to the identified point of contact not later than 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on 10/8/2026. 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.

NOTE:  Quotes received in response to this notice will NOT be considered and will not be evaluated by NASA’s Technical End User Team. We are currently only requesting Capability Statements.

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:

McKenzie Hanson

McKenzie.M.Hanson@nasa.gov

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