SATPC0039490 Tab 06 RDSS..pdf

This document is a NASA Shared Services Center Recommendation and Determination to Solicit from One Source form for a 6DOF motion platform for RF system testing. NASA recommends sole sourcing with Symetrie for this equipment, which is part of a larger motion simulation system that coordinates hexapod movements. The total estimated cost is not fully disclosed, with a lead-time of 30 days ARO.

The justification highlights the unique characteristics of the Symetrie hexapod, including NASA's existing investment in training and programming of the control software. Purchasing from another vendor would risk compatibility issues and potentially require an estimated 6 months of additional development time to accommodate a different hexapod system. The document emphasizes that competition is impractical due to the specialized nature of the motion simulation equipment and the existing technological ecosystem.