New Clausing Lathe C22 Geared Head Gap Bed Head

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration Shared Services Center (NASA/NSSC) has issued a Special Notice for a sole source procurement of a New Clausing Lathe C22 Geared Head Gap Bed Head. The opportunity is specifically targeted for Worldwide Machine Tool LLC, located in Lewis Center, Ohio, which has been identified as the sole provider of this equipment. The procurement will support NASA's Environmental Control and Life Support Systems (ECLSS) at the Marshall Space Flight Center, where the lathe will replace an existing machine in the 4755 test stand. The notice is classified under NAICS code 333517 for Machine Tool Manufacturing and will utilize commercial item procedures under FAR Parts 12 and 13. The special notice was posted on December 16, 2024, with a response deadline of December 18, 2024.

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to procure a specialized lathe that meets NASA's precise technical requirements and fits within their current operational footprint. Contractors interested in understanding the procurement opportunity may submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing by 7 a.m. Central Standard Time on December 18, 2024, though oral communications will not be accepted. The procurement is justified based on Worldwide Machine Tool's proven track record of providing machinery to NASA, federal and state entities, and the Department of Defense. The Statement of Work requires the contractor to manufacture lathe components using correct series and grade materials, validate dimensions and tolerances according to drawing specifications, and complete manufacturing by March 31, 2025. The recommended delivery timeframe is 90 days after contract award, and the procurement will leverage sole source authority under specific Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) provisions to expedite the process and minimize potential testing delays.