SATPC0042328 Tab 06 RDSS..pdf

This is a Recommendation and Determination to Solicit from One Source or Brand Name document from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Shared Services Center.

NASA recommends negotiating with TENCARVA only for a Gould Model 3393 4x5-10A/6V (5 stage) pump and motor, with an estimated cost and a 30-week delivery period. Alternatively, the document permits negotiation with vendors who can provide the specified brand name from their manufacturer. The justification for sole source or brand name acquisition is based on the determination that competition is impractical because the selected source is an established, long-standing supplier with a solid reputation for supporting NASA. The vendor has built specialized knowledge of NASA's facilities, processes, and requirements that reduces risk factors in pricing and product delivery. The document explains that using alternative vendors would likely increase costs and schedule delays, as identification of correct model specifications and fittings requires site visits to assess hardware configuration. Additional vendor solicitations would extend the evaluation timeline by weeks or months and risk impacts to the facility's testing schedule. The recommendation includes detailed responses to why only the suggested source is appropriate and the quantified impacts of using alternative vendors or brands.