dual-polarized waveguide antenna feed. 1xANT-DPF-2. 6-3. 95. 1xTS-PATC-DPF. 1xShipping Cost.

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration Shared Services Center (NASA/NSSC) has issued a Special Notice for a sole source procurement of a specialized dual-polarized waveguide antenna feed. The notice pertains to the acquisition of one ANT-DPF-2.6-3.95 Dual-Polarized Waveguide Feed and one TS-PATC-DPF Pattern Calibration for the Flight Microwave and Telecommunications Branch at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center. NASA has determined that NSI-MI Technologies, Inc. is the only vendor capable of providing the required antenna feed with the precise technical specifications needed for their electromagnetic anechoic chamber. The procurement is categorized under NAICS code 334515 for Instrument Manufacturing and falls under FAR Part 12 and Part 13 procedures. The total estimated performance period will extend to June 30th, 2025.

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to allow potential contractors to submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing, with NASA evaluating these submissions to determine whether to proceed with a competitive procurement. Interested organizations must submit their qualifications to the point of contact, Tessa Martinez, by 9:00 a.m. Central Standard Time on March 25, 2024. NASA's market research has concluded that no alternative vendors can provide an off-the-shelf antenna feed compatible with their specific compact range reflector and antenna chamber design. The government retains full discretion in determining the final competitive approach for this procurement. Contractors should note that only written submissions will be accepted, and oral communications are not permitted. The procurement includes one antenna feed, one pattern calibration, and associated shipping costs, with an estimated delivery of 8 weeks after order receipt. The notice references NASA Clause 1852.215-84 regarding an Ombudsman and emphasizes the sole source nature of the current procurement strategy.