SATPC0037972 Tab 06 BNJ..pdf
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This document is a Brand Name Justification form from NASA Shared Services Center recommending sole-source procurement of a Stanford Research Systems (SRS) RGA220 Gas Analyzer. The document justifies the acquisition for a Moon to Mars Internal Research and Development (IRAD) project, specifically for analyzing gases and volatile compounds released from decomposing space waste in Lunar and Martian environments. NASA favors the SRS RGA due to its resilience against contamination in vacuum systems, cost-effectiveness, and widespread use within the agency.
The recommendation highlights potential risks of using alternative vendors, including rapid failure of alternative RGA ion sources and mass analyzers, which could lead to increased operational costs and project lifecycle disruptions. The procurement is for the RGA220 Gas Analyzer with optional features 01 and 02, with an estimated delivery timeline of 30 days after receipt of order (ARO). The document emphasizes the unique characteristics of the SRS RGA that make it the preferred solution for this specialized scientific application.
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Page 1 V2.0 3-15-2017
NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION
NASA SHARED SERVICES CENTER
RECOMMENDATION AND DETERMINATION TO SOLICIT FROM ONE SOURCE
OR BRAND NAME
PICK ONE
Sole Source:
☐I recommend that NASA, NASA Shared Services Center negotiate with Vendor Name only for Enter Supply or Service to be procured. The total estimated cost of this effort is Enter Dollar amount and the estimated period of performance or lead-time for delivery is Date.
OR
Brand Name Justification:
☒I recommend that NASA, NASA Shared Services Center negotiate only with vendors who can provide the subject band name from Stanford Research Systems (SRS) for Stanford Research Systems RGA220 Gas Analyzer (w/ opt. 01 & opt. 02). The total estimated cost of this effort is and the estimated period of performance or lead-time for delivery is 30 days ARO.
This recommendation is for the acquisition of supplies or services determined to be reasonably available from only one source/only one manufacture. Competition is impractical for the following reasons (please answer the questions below):
1. What are the reasons for soliciting only the suggested source/suggested brand name? Please provide the unique characteristics of the items or services along with the supporting rationale and the market research performed to substantiate your reason for the suggested source/brand name.
The purpose of this Residual Gas Analyzer (RGA) is to analyze the gases and volatile compounds released from decomposing space waste, including food waste, human waste, and various packaging and general refuse materials, in both Lunar and Martian environments. The SRS RGA is favored for this application due to its resilience against contamination within the vacuum system. Additionally, the SRS is a cost-effective solution and is the most widely acquired mass spectrometer within the agency, known for its exceptional reliability.
2. What is the impact to the government if another vendor/brand is used? Include any dollar, schedule, or compatibility impacts if possible.
The potential impacts to the Moon to Mars IRAD project include the rapid failure of alternative RGA ion sources and mass analyzers, which are particularly sensitive to process contamination. This situation may lead to increased operational costs due to test downtime, as well as expenses associated with replacement parts and service. The most significant risk lies within the IRAD project lifecycle, which has the potential to surpass the actual cost of this procurement, depending on repair timelines.
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