Coated Yarn Prototyping , and Testing

The NASA Shared Services Center is seeking capabilities and qualifications for a project focused on coated yarn prototyping and testing under NAICS 325211. The primary objective is the development and evaluation of water-soluble CP-1 polyimide coating formulations to support Artemis Suit Materials for future lunar Extravehicular Activity suits. The scope of work includes investigating four candidate water-soluble CP-1 coating pathways, evaluating white pigment formulation approaches for compatibility, and demonstrating the coating on high-performance fibers such as Kevlar, Vectran, or PBO. Performance will take place at the NASA Johnson Space Center over a period of approximately 18 to 20 weeks. Key deliverables include four formulations of water-soluble CP-1, three sets of coated fiber samples, two coated fabric swatches, and a final technical report detailing mechanical testing and microscopy results. While the government intends to issue a sole source contract to AVIENT CORP under FAR 12.102(a), this sources-sought notice allows other interested organizations to submit capability statements to determine if the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis. Quotes will not be accepted or reviewed; only capability statements are requested. Interested parties must submit their qualifications in writing to the primary point of contact, Cara Craft, by 1:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on September 23, 2026.