KSC API 579-1 Fitness for Service, Virtual instructor-led training

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration Shared Services Center (NASA/NSSC) has issued a Special Notice for a Virtual instructor-led training program focused on KSC API 579-1 Fitness for Service. The notice indicates NASA's intention to issue a sole source contract to The Equity Technology Group Inc, located in Shaker Heights, Ohio. This procurement will be conducted under the authority of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), which allows for direct contract award in specific circumstances. The training performance will be located at NASA Kennedy Space Center (KSC), and the procurement falls under the NAICS code 611710 for Educational Support Services. NASA will utilize the provisions, clauses, and procedures prescribed in FAR Part 12 and Part 13 for acquiring commercial items and services.

Interested organizations have the opportunity to submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to the designated point of contact, Kacey Hickman, no later than 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on June 11, 2025. The submissions will be evaluated solely to determine whether the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis, with the final decision resting entirely within the government's discretion. Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice, and organizations must submit written documentation. The procurement includes the NASA Clause 1852.215-84 regarding the Ombudsman, with additional contact information available through the provided NASA website. Contractors interested in this opportunity should carefully review the sole source justification and be prepared to demonstrate their unique capabilities if they wish to be considered for this specific training program at NASA Kennedy Space Center.