Battery Enclosure for E1 Test Stand

NASA Shared Services Center is procuring a specialized battery storage locker for the E1 Test Stand at John C. Stennis Space Center. The requirement involves a custom 8'x8'x8' weatherproof NEMA 3R-rated prefabricated metal building designed to house 26 flooded lead acid batteries, with specific technical specifications including temperature control systems, electrical requirements, fire safety equipment including a Siemens XLS fire panel, and hydrogen gas detection capabilities. The locker must be transportable with interior equipment installed and feature comprehensive HVAC systems to maintain temperatures below 80°F, along with specialized lighting, ventilation, and safety systems. The procurement will be awarded using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method, with the government selecting the responsible offeror whose quote meets all solicitation requirements at the lowest price. The original quote deadline was June 18, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. CT, with contractual and technical questions required by June 16, 2025.

This solicitation is set aside exclusively for small businesses under NAICS code 332311 (Prefabricated Metal Building and Component Manufacturing), and offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management with valid Unique Entity Identifier and Cage codes. No incumbent contractors or current service providers are identified in the solicitation documents. While no specific contract value or budget range is disclosed, the specialized nature of the custom-built battery storage facility suggests a significant investment in safety and environmental control systems. The delivery timeline is specified as 8-10 weeks from contract award, with performance taking place at John C. Stennis Space Center in Mississippi. The procurement requires FOB Destination delivery terms, and quotes must remain valid for 30 days following submission.