# SAM #80NSSC26944189Q

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

**Buyer:** NASA Shared Services Center
**Posted:** October 05, 2026
**Respond By:** October 08, 2026
**Identifier:** 80NSSC26944189Q
**NAICS:** 333995, 334519

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

<p><strong>&nbsp;SPECIAL NOTICE:</strong></p>

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<p>VENDORS <strong><u>MUST</u></strong> REFERENCE THE NOTICE ID WHEN SUBMITTING A CAPABILITY STATEMENT.</p>

<p>NASA/NSSC has a requirement for Test equipment hydraulic pump repair: Shape memory alloy lab.&nbsp;</p>

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

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

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

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<p>The NAICS Code for this procurement is 334519.</p>

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<p>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.</p>

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<p>Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice.</p>

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<p>NOTE:&nbsp; Quotes received in response to this notice will NOT be considered and will not be evaluated by NASA&rsquo;s Technical End User Team. We are currently only requesting Capability Statements.</p>

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<p>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 .</p>

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<p>Primary Point of Contact:</p>

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<p>McKenzie Hanson</p>

<p>McKenzie.M.Hanson@nasa.gov</p>

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