Two high-fidelity replica Orion Crew Survival System

NASA's Shared Services Center has issued a Sources Sought/Sole Source Synopsis for the procurement of two high-fidelity replica Orion Crew Survival System (OCSS) suits. The agency intends to award a sole source contract to Global Effects, Inc. of Sylmar, California, under Federal Acquisition Regulation 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), having determined the company as the only provider capable of delivering these specialized replica suits. The procurement is classified under NAICS code 315210 for Cut and Sew Apparel Contractors and will support Artemis II mission outreach activities. Performance will occur at NASA Johnson Space Center, with the agency seeking industry input to confirm whether the procurement should remain sole source or be conducted competitively. This Special Notice represents NASA's effort to gauge market interest and capabilities before finalizing the acquisition approach.

The primary purpose of this procurement is to obtain display-quality replica suits for public engagement and outreach activities related to the Artemis II mission. The replicas must include complete suits with nylon restraint layers, removable washable liners, orange cover layers with Velcro patches, leather-palmed gloves, and helmets with movable visors, plus two additional helmets and glove sets. Interested organizations must submit written capability statements to the contracting officer Cara Craft by 1:00 PM Central Standard Time on September 19, 2025, with oral communications not accepted. Work must commence by mid-September 2025 with full delivery required by November 1, 2025, including protective cases for transport. NASA will evaluate submissions solely to determine the appropriate procurement method while retaining full discretion over the final acquisition approach, emphasizing that participation in this market research does not guarantee future contract opportunities.