Design and analysis for a high altitude parachute for large payloads

This contract involves a Brand Name or Equal To requirement for the design and analysis of a high altitude parachute capable of supporting large payloads. The delivery is FOB Destination, with the final destination being the NASA Wallops Flight Facility in Wallops Island, Virginia. The contract specifies a net 30 payment term, and vendors are required to include their Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number, estimated delivery or lead time, and any applicable discounts in their quotes. Payment will not be processed via credit card, emphasizing the need for traditional invoicing procedures. The solicitation, posted by the NASA Shared Services Center, is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the SBA's Total Small Business Set-Aside program, with a NAICS code of 541330, which pertains to engineering services. The response deadline is November 6, 2024, and interested vendors can contact Jacqueline Townley for further information. The contract aims to support NASA’s high-altitude payload projects, emphasizing technical expertise in parachute design and analysis.