High-Pressure Vessel Fabrication

The contract involves the manufacture of two high-pressure vessels rated for 1/2-inch diameter and 35 kbar pressure, fabricated from Carpenter powder metal tool steel and ductile stainless steel, materials selected for their exceptional strength and performance under extreme conditions. Precision machining and controlled heat treatment are critical requirements to ensure dimensional accuracy, structural integrity, and compliance with the demanding specifications of high-pressure environments. The work is classified under NAICS code 332999 for other fabricated metal product manufacturing and is awarded as an 8(a) sole source subcontract, indicating it is set aside for a small disadvantaged business under NASA’s 8(a) program. The solicitation was posted on July 1, 2026, with a firm response deadline of July 6, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, and the awarding agency is the NASA Shared Services Center, operating under the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. The place of performance and point of contact details are not specified, suggesting the contractor has flexibility in location but must meet all technical and scheduling requirements without delay.