FY25 PLC Hardware For Code F

NASA's National Shared Services Center (NSSC) has issued a Special Notice for FY25 PLC Hardware For Code F, specifically intending to award a sole source contract to Crescent Electric Supply Co. located in Cleveland, Ohio. The procurement is associated with NASA Glenn Research Center and involves the acquisition of commercial items and services under FAR Part 12 and Part 13 guidelines. The notice identifies a sole source justification under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), indicating that Crescent Electric Supply Co. is determined to be the exclusive provider for this specific hardware requirement. The procurement falls under NAICS Code 334419 for Other Electronic Component Manufacturing. NASA will be the procuring center for this effort, with performance located at the Glenn Research Center.

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to acquire specific Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) hardware for NASA's operational needs, with a focus on Schneider Electric components. Interested organizations are invited to submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing by 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on February 25, 2025, with the understanding that these submissions will be evaluated to determine whether the procurement will proceed on a competitive basis. The government retains sole discretion in making this determination, and oral communications are not acceptable as a response. Contractors should note that NASA Clause 1852.215-84 regarding the Ombudsman is applicable to this opportunity. Eligibility appears open, though the notice suggests a preference for qualified distributors of the specific hardware. The procurement process emphasizes commercial item acquisition methods, providing potential flexibility for interested vendors. Contractors are encouraged to carefully review the detailed requirements and submit comprehensive qualifications demonstrating their ability to meet NASA's specific technical and procedural standards.