NASA/GRC has a requirement for research and development of realistic input variables required for modeling of forging and heat treatment processes in DEFORM code.
NASA/GRC intends to purchase the items from Honeywell International because it is the only responsible source. This is a follow-on activity to a previous effort performed by Honeywell International.
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. local time on Wednesday, June 25, 2008. 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.
THIS IS A SOLE SOURCE ANNOUNCEMENT
Oral communications ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE in response to this notice.
All responsible sources may submit an offer which shall be considered by the agency.
An Ombudsman has been appointed. See NASA Specific Note "B".
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