Space Simulation Facility Cryopump

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/ Glenn Research Center(GRC) has a requirement for three (3) 35" Flanged Cryopump Systems and three (3) 48" Flanged Cryopump Systems capable of specifications designated in Enclosure A. NASA/GRC intends to procure the items from PHPK Technologies because this manufacturer is the only manufacturer and vendor of cryopumps that are standard for the space simulation facilities. Additionally, vacuum chambers located at NASA/GRC are already designed to have PHPK Technologies brand pumps installed and a change in manufacturer would cause extensive modification to the chamber. The Government intends to acquire a commercial item using FAR Part 12. Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to perform the effort in writing to the identified point of contact not later than 4:30 p.m. on September 7, 2018. Such capabilities/qualifications will be evaluated solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed effort on a full and open competition basis, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the government. Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice. All responsible sources may submit an offer which shall be considered by the agency. NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman for this acquisition can be found at http://prod.nais.nasa.gov/pub/pub_library/Omb.html.