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Additive Manufacturing of Metal Components (Direct Metal Laser Sintering)

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This subcontract, issued by the NASA SBIR/STTR Program, focuses on the additive manufacturing of complex metal heat exchangers and structural components. The project utilizes direct metal laser sintering to produce specialized parts intended for integration into a cryocooler cold head. Performance of the work is designated to take place in Pasadena, California. The opportunity is designated as a total small business set-aside under the SBIR/STTR mandate, restricting eligibility to firms with fewer than 500 employees. Classified under NAICS code 332812, the contract emphasizes high-precision metal fabrication to support advanced aerospace cooling technologies.

General Info

NASA SBIR subcontract for additive manufacturing of metal heat exchangers in Pasadena, California.

Agency

National Aeronautics and Space Administration → NASA SBIR/STTR Program

NAICS

332812 - Metal Coating, Engraving (except Jewelry and Silverware), and Allied Services to Manufacturers

Place of Performance

Pasadena, CA, 91109, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of S16.07-1168.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Three-Stage Cryocooler Cold Head for Advanced Heterodyne Sensors

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PostedAug 20

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AgencyNational Aeronautics and Space Administration → NASA SBIR/STTR Program

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Fabricate complex metal heat exchangers and structural components using direct metal laser sintering for integration into the cryocooler cold head.

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