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Cryogenic Component Procurement and Supply

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This subcontract, managed by the NASA SBIR/STTR Program, focuses on the procurement and supply of specialized cryogenic hardware. The scope of work includes the delivery of cold stages, thermal transformers, cases, and mounting structures essential for the assembly of a three-stage cold head. Performance for this contract 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 332215, the contract was posted on August 20, 2026, to secure critical components for advanced cryogenic systems.

General Info

NASA SBIR/STTR small business subcontract for cryogenic hardware procurement in Pasadena, California.

Agency

National Aeronautics and Space Administration → NASA SBIR/STTR Program

NAICS

332215 - Metal Kitchen Cookware, Utensil, Cutlery, and Flatware (except Precious) Manufacturing

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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Organization / AgencyNational Aeronautics and Space Administration → NASA SBIR/STTR Program

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Supply specialized cryogenic hardware such as cold stages, thermal transformers, cases, and mounting structures required for assembly of the three-stage cold head.

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