X-59 Project FTIS 20-25 KVA Single Phase Generator Procurement

NASA's Shared Services Center is soliciting quotations for a 20-25 KVA single phase diesel generator to support the X-59 Project Flight Test Instrumentation System (FTIS) at Lockheed Martin's external run-stall location in Palmdale, California. The Request for Quotation (RFQ) seeks a portable generator with specific technical requirements, including EPA Tier 4 Final or EU Stage V compliance, external 240V 50 amp and 120V 20 amp 60Hz outlets, and trailer mounting with front hitch. The procurement will be evaluated using a lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) basis, with potential vendors required to submit quotes by January 30, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. CT. Interested parties must submit any questions by January 28, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. CT to tracy.g.bremer@nasa.gov. The solicitation uses NAICS code 335312 for Motor and Generator Manufacturing and PSC code 1680 for Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories and Components.

This procurement is not set aside for any specific small business category, though the RFQ suggests it may be suitable for small businesses. The generator must be capable of operating for more than 24 hours continuously and will be delivered to NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California within 6 weeks of contract award. While specific budget details are not disclosed, the contract involves procuring a single generator to address current support equipment reliability and redundancy issues for the X-59 Project. The place of performance is Edwards Air Force Base, California, with the generator supporting test operations at an external run-stall location. The solicitation was posted on January 24, 2025, with a response deadline of January 30, 2025, indicating a relatively quick turnaround for potential vendors interested in supplying the specialized generator for NASA's research needs.