Bard AC Unit

This contract involves the procurement and installation of a Bard brand air conditioning unit specifically for the Global Hawk Mobil Operation Facility at NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center. It is a sole-source, brand-name requirement, justified by the need for compatibility between units used in ground control stations, with procurement from BARD HVAC Manufacturing. The contract emphasizes that only authorized resellers may submit quotes, and all submissions must reference the designated tracking number in the subject line of the email. The scope includes purchasing a 5-ton heat pump A/C unit, installing it using existing ducting, wiring, and controls, and ensuring proper servicing and testing, with a completion deadline of December 31, 2025. The solicitation is set aside for small businesses under the SBA's total small business set-aside program, with the NAICS code 333415 indicating the industry classification. The response deadline is November 14, 2025, and inquiries should be directed to the primary contact, Shanna Patterson, via email. The procurement process is managed by the NASA Shared Services Center, located in Stennis Space Center, Mississippi, with the performance site in Edwards, California. The documentation highlights the critical nature of the unit's compatibility, the importance of referencing the tracking number in communications, and clarifies that payment will not be accepted via credit card. The overall effort aims to ensure seamless operation of the HVAC system within the specified timeframe, maintaining the integrity and functionality of the ground control facilities.