Wolfspeed 300 kW, 3-phase, power inverters CRD300DA12E-XM3

NASA's Shared Services Center is procuring five Wolfspeed 300 kW, 3-phase power inverters, specifically model CRD300DA12E-XM3, for use at the D Site test facility at NASA's Armstrong Test Facility at Glenn Research Center. These power inverters are critical components for electrified aircraft propulsion research, designed to convert DC power into 3-phase AC power for electric motor control research applications. The inverters must meet precise technical specifications including an 800VDC bus nominal (900V maximum), 360ARMS output, 80kHz maximum switching frequency, 300uF DC Link Capacitance, liquid-cooled cold plate design, and CAN interface capability. This is structured as a brand name requirement with Wolfspeed as the sole source, justified by the unique technical requirements and proprietary algorithms that cannot be replicated by other vendors. Quotes are due by July 9, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. CT, and must be submitted to Laura Quave via email with reference to Notice ID 80NSSC25907132Q.

This procurement is set aside exclusively for small businesses under NAICS code 334419 (Other Electronic Component Manufacturing), though authorized resellers are permitted to participate. The total estimated contract value is $46,875 for all five units, with an anticipated delivery lead time of less than two weeks from order receipt. The contract will operate under FOB destination terms with net 30 payment conditions, and offerors must provide their CAGE code, UEI number, delivery lead time, and applicable shipping details in their quotations. Performance will take place within the United States, specifically at NASA's Armstrong Test Facility, where these inverters will enable researchers to conduct precise control testing of electric motors for advanced aircraft propulsion systems. The sole source justification emphasizes that switching to alternative inverter brands would waste government resources and prevent NASA from obtaining the specific data control capabilities required for their research objectives.