SATPC0039339 Tab 04 4 SOW.pdf
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This Statement of Work (SoW) details NASA's requirement for FarmBox Foods to provide an integrated, solar-powered ISO 668 Series 1CC Container for indoor biomanufacturing applications at Kennedy Space Center. The container must include specific features such as a standard personnel door, chemical-resistant wall and floor coatings, temperature and humidity control between 68-75°F, an integrated solar power system, three 15-Amp power circuits, a 200L water reservoir tank, and a vertical garden capable of hydroponic cotton growth with a minimum of 32 ft² growth area.
Key contract terms include delivery coordination with NASA two weeks prior to arrival, driver background check requirements, use of Form DD250 for material inspection, and training/consulting upon delivery. NASA will pay 100% of the contract value upon product delivery and installation, with a performance period ending no later than November 1, 2026. FarmBox Foods will provide a 90-day warranty on internal parts and a 1-year warranty on the solar system. The contract is being processed as a sole-source procurement under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), with the final destination being the SSPF east lot at Kennedy Space Center.
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STATEMENT OF WORK
PlantX System
Luke Roberson, Ph.D.
NASA, Kennedy Space Center
07/28/2025
1. Objective/Requirements
This Statement of Work (SoW) aims to support NASA’s Interagency Agreement with the Office of Under Secretary of Defense (OUSD). FarmBox Foods shall provide an integrated, solar powered, ISO 668 Series 1CC Container for indoor biomanufacturing applications.
Statements containing the verb "shall" are binding requirements. The verbs "should" and "may" are used for stating non-mandatory goals or denoting a statement of best practice.
The verb "will" is used in a statement of fact, expected occurrence, or declaration of purpose. The CO (or delegate) reserves the right to witness and inspect any part during the construction, fabrication, assembly and test period at the contractor or contractor’s suppliers / contractor’s site.
2. Characteristics, Scope, and Specs
Transportation: FarmBox Foods shall provide a freight container compliant to ISO 1496- 1 or -2 with forklift pockets. The exterior of the box should be visually clean of surface imperfections including rust, dirt, or oils.
Egress: The container shall have a standard sized personnel door for entry. The door shall be placed on the south container side. The permeate intake line port shall be cut in the west face, with the circulation fan on the east face. The north container face shall be solid.
Interior: The container shall have chemical resistant wall and floor coatings (nonabsorbent) which comply with OSHA Standard 1910.22 (A) and OSHA 1910.1450 Appendix A.
Environment: FarmBox Foods shall provide (A) a temperature and humidity-controlled environment for food production and/or (B) ventilation fans that circulate air within the box that meets environmental conditions as required by OSHA. The container shall meet the ventilation criteria or standards in OSHA Regulatory codes for NASA specific worker protection (OTM Appendix III: 3-3). The container is recommended to have an internal operating temperature between 68-75F and shall not exceed 82F to meet OSHA technical manual (OTM) TED-01-00-015.
Power Source: FarmBox Foods shall provide an integrated solar powered system capable of providing uninterrupted power to the container supplying a minimum wattage needed to be capable of operating on solar power without a shore-power connection.
Power Distribution: power distribution system capable of Power distribution shall have three 15-Amp circuits supplying power to 4 double wall outlets. Each outlet shall be covered with water-proof outlet covers. Power distribution system shall comply with
NFPA 70. Electrical designs shall be submitted and approved by the contracting officer prior to fabrication.
Integration: FarmBox Foods shall provide an e-track or similar wall mounting system that enables hardware mounting to the container walls.
Water Reservoir System: FarmBox Foods shall provide a 200 L floor mounted water tank that is monitored by sensors for level and electrical conductivity. Tank shall be chemically compatible with commercial fertilizers.
Vertical Garden: FarmBox Foods shall provide one to two plant growth racks as a Vertical Garden capable for hydroponic growth for growing textile plants, specifically cotton. These racks shall be attached to the wall with the Integration System so that it meets the transportation requirements. Racks shall provide a minimum of 32 ft2 of hydroponic growth area. Width shall not exceed 10 ft, height shall not exceed 6 ft, and depth shall not exceed 3 ft. Ideally the system shall be 8 ft wide, 2 ft deep, and 6 ft tall using 3 levels of hydroponic trays. Vertical Garden Grow Lights shall meet RSO requirements per KNPR 1860.2.
Delivery: Delivery shall be coordinated with NASA technical POC two weeks before delivery for badging and removal of the container from delivery truck via forklift. Driver must be a US citizen and able to clear background checks. All items shall be accompanied with Form DD250, “Material Inspection Receiving Report.” Final acceptance shall be at the destination: SSPF, east lot, Kennedy Space Center, FL 32899.
Training and Consulting: FarmBox Foods shall provide operating procedures, maintenance instructions, and expertise upon delivery for setup, installation, and checkout.
Checkout shall complete paperwork for delivery and property transfer to NASA KSC.
Warranty: FarmBox Foods shall provide a 90-day warranty on all internal parts, and a 1-year manufacturer’s warranty on solar system.
3. Payment Method NASA will directly pay FarmBox Foods 100% of contract value upon delivery of product and completion of installation and checkout.
4. Period of Performance
Period of Performance shall be no later than November 1, 2026.
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