The NASA Shared Services Center issued a purchase order to Vizocom ICT LLC (doing business as Vizocare) on September 25, 2026, for ground tail electric ducted fans and electronic speed controllers for electrified aircraft propulsion, with a ceiling value of $80,794.00 under a total small business set-aside. The order is a firm fixed price purchase order with an ultimate completion date of January 11, 2027.
Performance is in El Cajon, California. The procurement calls for two VF-570 electric ducted fans (570 mm internal cylinder diameter, maximum thrust of 1700 N or higher, maximum rotational speed of 6000 RPM or higher, maximum input power of 100 kW, and total weight of 31 kg or less), two air-cooled electronic speed controllers (JLM-430V-400A AC model), and two liquid-cooled electronic speed controllers (JLM-430V-400A LC model), each rated for 100 kW continuous power, 450 VDC maximum voltage, and 520 A maximum current. All components must be manufacturer-approved for compatibility and supplied FOB Destination. Vizocare is a self-certified small disadvantaged business.