60 Exploding Bridge Wires and a Firing System

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration Shared Services Center (NASA/NSSC) has issued a Special Notice for the procurement of 60 Exploding Bridge Wires (EBW) and a Firing System. The agency intends to issue a sole source contract to TELEDYNE RISI, INC. in Tracy, California, under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), after determining they are the sole provider of these specialized components. The procurement will be managed by NASA/NSSC, with performance occurring at NASA Johnson Space Center, and falls under NAICS Code 325920 for Explosives Manufacturing. The specific deliverables include 1 FS-43 Rack Mount Control Unit, 1 FS-43 Module, and 60 RP-2 EBWs. The delivery schedule is set at 16-20 weeks after award (ARO) for the Control Unit and Module, with EBWs to be provided "In Stock".

The purpose of this Special Notice is to seek potential contractors with capabilities to provide the specified aerospace components, with NASA reserving the right to determine the final procurement approach. Interested organizations are invited to submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to the primary point of contact, Cara Craft, by 1 p.m. Central Standard Time on May 12, 2025. Contractors must be prepared to provide a comprehensive Certificate of Compliance with each shipment, including detailed documentation such as order number, product name, part number, manufacturing location, lot/date codes, quantity, and an official company signature. The contractor will be responsible for transportation costs to NASA Johnson Space Center and must adhere to all applicable Federal, State, and Local regulations. While the notice indicates a potential sole source procurement to TELEDYNE RISI, INC., NASA is still seeking input from potential providers to ensure comprehensive market research and potential competitive opportunities. The period of performance is estimated at 16-20 weeks after award, with strict requirements for precise documentation and compliance typical of NASA's rigorous procurement processes for specialized aerospace components.