Computational Inverse Methods for Acoustic Source Definition.

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration Shared Services Center (NASA/NSSC) has issued a Special Notice for a sole source contract opportunity focused on Computational Inverse Methods for Acoustic Source Definition. The notice indicates NASA's intent to award a contract directly to ALTASIM TECHNOLOGIES LLC, located in Worthington, Ohio, under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i). The procurement will be managed by NASA/NSSC, with performance taking place at NASA Marshall Space Flight Center. The contract is classified under NAICS Code 541715 for Research and Development in Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences. NASA will be acquiring commercial items and services using provisions outlined in FAR Parts 12 and 13.

Interested organizations are invited to submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to the designated point of contact, Laura Quave, by 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on March 14, 2025. The government will evaluate these submissions solely to determine whether to conduct the procurement on a competitive basis, with the final decision remaining at the government's discretion. Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice. The procurement follows specific guidelines, including NASA Clause 1852.215-84 regarding an Ombudsman, with additional information available at the provided NASA website. Potential contractors should carefully review the submission requirements and understand that while they may provide capabilities statements, the ultimate decision on competition rests exclusively with the government. The solicitation emphasizes a structured, written approach to expressing interest in this specialized computational research and development opportunity.