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COMMERCE BUSINESS DAILY ISSUE OF NOVEMBER 15, 2001 PSA #2978
SOLICITATIONS

99 -- HARDWARE INTERFACE MODULE (HIM) POWER ASSEMBLY (HPA)

Notice Date
November 13, 2001
Contracting Office
United Space Alliance(USA), 600 Gemini Avenue, Houston, Texas 77058
ZIP Code
77058
Solicitation Number
N/A
Response Due
December 5, 2001
Point of Contact
David Carden, Telephone: (321) 861-6283, Facsimile: (321) 861-6221
E-Mail Address
Contact USA Buyer for further information (cardenjd@usano.ksc.nasa.gov)
Description
Purpose of Request for Information (RFI): United Space Alliance (USA), LLC, a joint venture company of The Boeing Company and Lockheed-Martin Corporation, through its offices located in Cape Canaveral, Florida, is seeking sources capable of providing the requirement described herein. This acquisition is in support of USA's prime contract NAS9-20000 -- Space Flight Operations Contract (SFOC) with the NASA Kennedy Space Center (KSC) located in Cape Canaveral, Florida. Technical Requirements Description: This is a requirement for one (1) each Hardware Interface Module (HIM) Power Assembly (HPA). The HPA is a 19 inch rack mounted dual source power supply. The HPA will provide +5 VDC, +12 VDC, and 12 VDC and 24 VDC regulated outputs to the Hardware Interface Module Chassis. The HPA also provides the rack level AC power control, EMI filtering, and AC power distribution functions. The HPA will be powered from two separate sources: The 115 VAC (primary source) and a 28 volt direct current (VDC) (backup source). The HPA will automatically switch from primary to secondary source if the primary source fails. The HPA provides status information on input power sources and power failure warning signals to the HIM that it is powering. The HPA consists of three (3) major functional areas: the AC power distribution conditioning section; the AC/DC and DC/DC power converter section; and a status and control section. The HPA power distribution and conditioning section accepts 115 VAC and 28 VDC power inputs. This section contains transient protection, circuit breakers, and EMI filters. The HPA considers the 115 VAC input as the primary power source and will operate from the primary source whenever it is available. The 28 VDC power input is considered the secondary source and is used only as a backup to the primary input power source. The HPA power converter section consists of an AC to DC power converter function, a fail over function, and a DC to DC power converter function. The HPA provides regulated +5 VDC, +12 VDC and 12 VDC power outputs. The HPA power converter also provides +24 VDC power HIM DC fans. The HPA status and control function contains circuitry to detect when the facility AC and DC are out of range and, to control the generation of the VME power fail and system reset signals. It also generates status signals and accepts an external inhibit signal. Procurement Strategy: USA is responsible for the overall program management and integration of these technical requirements. USA will solicit the participation of qualified sources and sources desiring to participate on a limited basis will also be considered. USA reserves the right to issue a sole source subcontract(s). The period of performance and technical requirements are currently being defined for inclusion into a formal RFP package. USA anticipates the issuance of a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) within 30 60 days of release of this RFI. This RFI is for information and planning purposes, and the objective is: (1) to invite potential sources to submit information that allows USA to conduct a technical assessment of capabilities and qualifications, and (2) to promote a best value competition. This preliminary information does not constitute an RFP, Invitation for Bid, or Request for Quotation, and it is not to be construed as a commitment by USA to enter into a subcontract. This procurement is subject to review or cancellation at any time. Statement of Capabilities and Qualifications: USA invites potential sources to submit a Statement of Capabilities and Qualifications document that will allow USA to conduct an assessment of capabilities and qualifications. The Statement of Capabilities and Qualifications document shall be no more than ten (10) pages (8.5" x 11") in length. The required information shall include, but not be limited to: (1) A brief description of your company, including its size, major products, and primary customer focus, (2) A discussion of your company's past experience and performance in developing the requirements described herein, and (3) A brief description of your company's facilities, assets and any other available resources. Past experience will be identified by a listing of all related contracts and subcontracts, along with a description of your company's performance under these contracts and subcontracts. If any of these contracts and subcontracts are Government related, provide the Contracting Officer's name and telephone number in order for USA to validate your statements. To be considered as a viable source, USA will evaluate the Statement of Capabilities and Qualifications by considering the following criteria and your company must meet all the relevant criteria: (1) Depth and relevance of experience and past performance history, which convey a demonstrated technical, cost, schedule ability; (2) An understanding of the technical requirements and risks associated with development and fabrication; and (3) The adequacy and availability of necessary facilities and resources for implementing and performing the contractual work. Characteristics of the individual subcontractors or subcontractor of interest to USA are: ISO certification; Past performance on Orbiter projects; Systems level testing capabilities; An established and verifiable flight safety program; An established and verifiable quality program; An established manufacturing/assembly capability; Testing, qualification, and certification capabilities for space hardware; A documented performance history of space hardware and space related products/services; Established and verifiable system configuration management and change control systems; Identification of customer points of contact to verify performance; and Auditable financial systems that meet the intent of Government cost and schedule control. USA reserves the right to request supplemental information in order to clarify your company's capabilities and qualifications. Only offerors deemed to be best qualified, or have a reasonable chance for award, will receive the RFP. Firms interested in participating in this project are subject to the requirements of the U.S. Department of State International Traffic and Arms Regulation (ITAR) and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Firms interested in this procurement shall submit their Statement of Capabilities and Qualifications document no later than December 5, 2001 to the following address: United Space Alliance, LLC (USA), 8550 Astronaut Boulevard, Cape Canaveral, Florida 32920, Attention: David Carden, Mail Code USK-360. Questions regarding this procurement may be referred to Mr. Carden as follows (Telephone: (321) 861-6283, Facsimile: (321) 861-6221, E:mail: cardenjd@usano.ksc.nasa.gov).
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