The NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC) is conducting market research for Safety and Mission Assurance (SMA) upgrades to support the production of MERINO Thermal Protection System (TPS) materials. NASA intends to award a sole-source contract to American Felt and Filter Co (AFFCO) under FAR Part 12, but is accepting capability statements from other organizations. The work involves upgrading the MERINO TPS processing facility to meet AS9011/Aerospace standards, including the provision of labor, materials, and management for hardware fabrication. Performance is based at the Ames Research Center with work occurring in Linda, California. Qualifications and capability statements are due by June 3, 2026. The procurement includes four primary Contract Line-Item Numbers (CLINs) covering quality improvements, inspection systems, safety and security, and technological modernization. This notice is for market research only and does not constitute a request for quotes. The NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC) has issued a pre-solicitation notice for Safety and Mission Assurance (S&MA) upgrades for MERINO Thermal Protection System (TPS) production. NASA Ames Research Center requires Safety and Mission Assurance (S&MA) upgrades for the commercial production of the MERINO Thermal Protection System (TPS).
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Contact and place of performance
Lindsey McLellan
LINDA, CA 94035
USA
NASA/NSSC has a requirement for Safety and Mission Assurance Upgrades for the production of MERINO TPS. See the attached SOW and request for Capability statements.
All correspondence must reference ID 80NSSC934785Q in the subject line to ensure visibility.
PLEASE NOTE* THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTE. PRICE OFFERS WILL NOT BE REVIEWED OR ACCEPTED AT THIS TIME.