MCNP and Abaqus Based Reactor Multiphysics (MARM) Training

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration Shared Services Center (NASA NSSC) has issued a Special Notice for a sole source contract for MCNP and Abaqus Based Reactor Multiphysics (MARM) Training. The notice indicates NASA's intent to directly award a contract to VEDAS TECH LLC, located in White Rock, New Mexico, under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.106-1(b)(1)(i). The training is specifically designed for the SENTRE (formerly DRACO) project and will focus on advanced multiphysics simulation and modeling capabilities. The procurement will be conducted under FAR Part 12 and Part 13 for commercial items and services, with performance taking place at NASA Marshall Space Flight Center. The contract is categorized under NAICS Code 541715 for Research and Development in Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences.

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to provide specialized training on nuclear core multiphysics and engine system modeling using MARM+ software. Interested organizations are invited to submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to Shanna Patterson by 7 a.m. Central Standard Time on April 23, 2025. The training will be conducted over ten days in three sessions, covering advanced topics such as neutronics analysis, radiation/heat transfer, thermal-mechanical component analysis, and reactor kinetics. Eligible contractors should have expertise in nuclear, mechanical, and simulation engineering disciplines. The evaluation of submitted capabilities will solely determine whether the procurement should be conducted competitively, with NASA retaining full discretion in this decision. The training is critical for NASA to develop rapid modeling and simulation capabilities, with a target deployment by the end of May 2025. NASA Clause 1852.215-84 (Ombudsman) is applicable to this acquisition.