Analytical instrument (TOX analyzer) for conducting environmental compliance analyses

NASA's National Shared Services Center (NSSC) has issued a Special Notice for the procurement of an Analytical instrument (TOX analyzer) intended for environmental compliance analyses at the Glenn Research Center. The notice indicates NASA's intention to issue a sole source contract to Mandel Scientific Inc. located in Houston, Texas, under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i). The agency has determined that Mandel Scientific Inc. is the exclusive provider of this specific TOX analyzer model needed for conducting environmental testing. The procurement falls under the NAICS code 334519 for Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing, and will involve acquiring a commercial item using provisions outlined in FAR Part 12 and Part 13. The contract will specifically support replacing an older instrument that is no longer manufacturer-supported.

Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to NASA by 12 p.m. Central Standard Time on December 9, 2024, to be considered for potential competitive evaluation. The submissions will be reviewed solely to determine whether the procurement should proceed on a full and open competitive basis, with the final determination remaining entirely at the government's discretion. Contractors responding to this notice must provide written documentation, as oral communications are not acceptable. The procurement will involve installing a TOX/TSX Analyzer, Model TOX-300 in Building 6 Room 102's chemical laboratory, specifically for environmental compliance testing of oil samples to assess waste disposal regulations. NASA's Center Ombudsman information is available for potential inquiries, and the agency emphasizes that no additional systems or safety measures will be required to support the equipment's purchase or operation.