NASA Solicitation: Sole Source Task Order Extension for Analysis of Unsteady Rocket Based Combined Cycle Propulsion Concepts
Synopsis – Sep 27, 2011
General Information
Solicitation Number: NNC12ZRT002L
Posted Date: Sep 27, 2011
FedBizOpps Posted Date: Sep 27, 2011
Recovery and Reinvestment Act Action: No
Original Response Date: Oct 19, 2011
Current Response Date: Oct 19, 2011
Classification Code: A — Research and Development
NAICS Code: 541990 – All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Contracting Office Address
NASA/Glenn Research Center, 21000 Brookpark Road, Cleveland, OH 44135
Description
NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC) has a requirement for the continuation of Contract/Task Order NNC08TA48T with Ohio Aerospace Institute (OAI) Analysis of Unsteady Rocket-Based Combined-Cycle Propulsion Concepts. This requirement will support the Design and Analysis of Pulse-Detonation Rocket-Based Combined-Cycle (PDRBCC) Propulsion System. Multi-Dimensional Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations of the PDRBCC launch vehicle flowpath developed by OAI shall be performed using a validated CFD code to determine system performance from lift-off through orbital insertion. Flowpath performance optimization is to be performed based on CFD results. Additionally, flowpath optimization, including NOx emissions estimates, is to be performed on a derivative pulsed flow combustor design for use in lower speed regimes.
NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC) intends to issue a sole-source Request for Proposal (RFP) to Ohio Aereospace Institute (OA). Pursuant to FAR 13.106-1(B)(1), the acquisition of the reference services are determined to be available from only one source.
The estimated period of performance of this fixed price task order extension will be twelve months January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2012. OAI is the only organization currently qualified to perform the subject requirement for the following reasons: 1) Unique concept being studied was developed by OAI, which has filed an invention disclosure. No other organization has personnel experienced with the design details of this unique, complex concept. 2) Analysis must be performed using a validated computer code. The only code that has ever been validated for this analysis is an OAI developed code only available to OAI. Work required to validate another code could cause delays in performing the required analysis. It is necessary that design data for these concepts be available for a FY12 NASA systems study.
The Government does not intend to acquire a commercial item using FAR Part 12. See Note 26.
Organizations who believe they can provide these services without any detrimental impact to the program schedules supported by this work should fully identify their interest and capabilities within 15 days after publication of this synopsis. Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to perform the effort in writing to the identified point of contact not later than 4:30 p.m. local time on October 19, 2011. Such capabilities/qualifications will be evaluated solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed effort on a full and open competition basis, based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the government. All responsible sources may submit an offer which shall be considered by the agency. Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice.
An Ombudsman has been appointed. See NASA Specific Note “B.”
Point of Contact
Name: Saundra R. Gage
Title: Contracting Officer
Phone: 216-433-2754
Fax: 216-433-2480
Email: Saundra.R.Gage@nasa.gov
