Opportunity
SAM #80NSSC27948936Q
NASA AFRC capability notice for RTD Embedded Technologies flight computers and components
Buyer
NASA Shared Services Center
Posted
November 09, 2026
Respond By
November 11, 2026
Identifier
80NSSC27948936Q
NAICS
334511, 336419, 334111
NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center is seeking capability statements for a proposed sole-source purchase of RTD Embedded Technologies flight-computer hardware and related services. - Acquisition approach: NASA Shared Services Center (NASA/NSSC) identifies RTD Embedded Technologies, Inc. as the proposed sole source and is using the notice to assess whether competition is appropriate. Capability statements are requested; quotes are not requested or accepted. - Hardware: The attached SOW lists flight computers, spare cards, board-level components, IDAN assemblies, adders, adapters, and configuration hardware. Key configured products include two HDP1258AN-KBQ2 systems and two IFK-HDP1257AN-KBQ2 interface kits. - Configuration requirements: The HDP1258AN-KBQ2 configuration includes specified boards and connectors, EMI shielding, clear chromate Class 3 finish, and Grey 36495 Cerakote topcoat. The interface kit includes specified MIL connectors, HDP dual DisplayPort and USB 3.0 utility cable, and an AC/DC power supply. - Associated services: Conformal-coat and CNC machine setup fees, plus a one-time AS9100 documentation fee, are listed. - Schedule: The SOW states delivery/performance is 28 weeks after receipt of order (ARO).
Description
VENDORS MUST REFERENCE THE NOTICE ID WHEN SUBMITTING A CAPABILITY STATEMENT. NASA/NSSC has a requirement for RTD Embedded Technologies. NASA/NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract to RTD EMBEDDED TECHNOLOGIES, INC., 103 Innovation BLVD, State College, Pennsylvania 16803-6608 under the authority of FAR 12.102(a). It has been determined that RTD EMBEDDED TECHNOLOGIES, INC. is the sole provider of RTD Embedded Technologies NASA/NSSC will be the procuring center for this effort. Performance will be located at NASA/ Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC). 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 334111. 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 11/11/2026. 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: Tracy Bremer Procurement Specialist tracy.g.bremer@nasa.gov