Sequoia Hyper-bb2 Purchase

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration Shared Services Center (NASA/NSSC) has issued a Special Notice for a sole source contract to purchase a Sequoia Hyper-bb2 system. The procurement is specifically targeted at Sequoia Scientific, Inc., located in Bellevue, Washington, under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) after determining they are the sole provider of the Hyper-bb2 product. The contract will be executed with performance located at NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center, utilizing NAICS Code 334513 for Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing. NASA intends to use FAR Part 12 and Part 13 procedures for acquiring commercial items and services, indicating a streamlined procurement approach. The Special Notice was posted on June 5, 2025, with a response deadline of June 10, 2025.

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to procure a Hyper-bb Submersible Multispectral Backscatter system, which includes monthly rental, a 3-year service plan, and the actual equipment. Interested contractors are required to submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to Cara Craft (Cara.s.craft@nasa.gov) by 1 p.m. Central Standard Time on 6/10/2025. The evaluation of submitted capabilities will determine whether the procurement will be conducted on a competitive basis, with the final decision remaining at the government's discretion. Delivery of the equipment will be to NASA Goddard Space Flight Center's B35 Receiving in Greenbelt, Maryland, specifically to Antonio Mannino in Building 22, Room C135. The estimated delivery lead time is 30 days after receipt of order, with a quantity of one unit for each line item. Contractors should note that this is a potential sole source procurement, and their submissions will be reviewed to validate the government's approach.