SATPC0041201 Tab 10 1 BNJ_Redacted.pdf
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This is a NASA Shared Services Center Recommendation and Determination to Solicit from One Source or Brand Name justification document dated May 18, 2026.
NASA recommends sole-source procurement of an AMETEK AR 75S1G6C Amplifier from AMETEK, Inc. The estimated period of performance or lead-time for delivery is 6 weeks after receipt of order (ARO). The rationale for single-source solicitation is based on the hardware's specific compatibility with existing equipment and software used for EMI and Radio Frequency activities. Utilizing this particular model and vendor eliminates the need for additional training or new software licenses. The document indicates that using an alternate brand could result in delays in testing for multiple critical programs, including Launch Services, Exploration Ground Systems, and the International Space Station, potentially affecting the status of upcoming flight hardware and creating financial impacts that programs cannot accommodate. Competition is determined to be impractical due to these compatibility and scheduling constraints. The document was signed by a technical user on May 18, 2026, though the signatory name and title are redacted.
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| SATPC0041201 Tab 10 3 RFQ Open Market.pdf | ||
| SATPC0041201 Tab 10 2 SOW_Redacted.pdf |
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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
Brand Name Justification:
☒I recommend that NASA, NASA Shared Services Center negotiate only with vendors who can provide the subject band name from AMETEK, Inc. for AMETEK AR 75S1G6C Amplifier. The total estimated cost of this effort is and the estimated period of performance or lead-time for delivery is 6 weeks 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 hardware being acquired is specifically compatible with the existing equipment and software used for EMI and Radio Frequency activities. Utilizing this particular model and vendor will not necessitate additional training or new software licenses. Should this vendor not be selected, there is a risk that testing timelines may not be met, potentially causing delays in other projects and resulting in financial impacts that the programs may not be able to accommodate.
2. What is the impact to the government if another vendor/brand is used? Include any dollar, schedule, or compatibility impacts if possible.
The use of an alternate brand could result in delays in testing for several programs, including Launch Services, Exploration Ground Systems, and the International Space Station, potentially affecting the status of upcoming flight hardware.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:
5/18/2026
Technical User Name Date
Title
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