Pfeiffer Vacuum Hicube 300 Neo Turbo Pumping Station

NASA's Shared Services Center is soliciting quotes for a Pfeiffer Vacuum Hicube 300 Neo Turbo Pumping Station under a brand name requirement to support critical LH2 loading sphere testing at Kennedy Space Center. The procurement specifically requires one unit (Item Number PN41240) consisting of a HiCube 300H Neo Benchtop Turbo Pumping Station with integrated components including a HiPace 300H High Compression Turbo Pump, TC-110 Controller, MVP 030-3 Three Stage Dry Diaphragm Pump, and 7" Touch Screen Controller. This is a time-sensitive acquisition needed to replace a failed vacuum pump that is impacting the Artemis II project's critical path, with NASA prioritizing compatibility with existing connection accessories to avoid additional costs and employee retraining. Quotes will be evaluated using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria, and vendors must submit responses by August 15, 2025 at 7:00 AM CT to Shanna Patterson. All offerors must be registered in SAM.gov and reference tracking number 80NSSC25914045Q in their email subject line when submitting quotes.

This solicitation is set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing), with no current incumbent contractor identified in the available documentation. While no specific contract value is disclosed in the solicitation materials, the procurement includes a 12-month non-returnable and non-refundable warranty for the equipment. The period of performance is established at 30 days after receipt of order, reflecting the urgent timeline driven by the need to minimize delays to the Artemis II project. Performance will take place at NASA Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, Florida. During initial market research, A&J Vacuum Services Inc. was identified as having the required unit in stock and ready for immediate shipment, though the competitive solicitation process remains open to all qualified small business vendors.