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Multi-Stage Liquid Oxygen (LOX) Pressure Control Valves

ID: 80SSC026R0006 • Type: Special Notice • Match:  95%
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Description

NASA/SSC has a requirement for Multi-Stage Liquid Oxygen (LOX) Pressure Control Valves in accordance with the attached statement of work (SOW) and data sheet.

NASA/SSC intends to issue a sole source contract to acquire the items from Gosco Valves, a division of GGOSCO Engineering Inc., under the authority of FAR 6.103-1 Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.

The Government intends to acquire a commercial product or service using FAR Part 12.

FAR 52.225-5, Trade Agreements. One or more of the items under this acquisition is subject to the World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement and Free Trade Agreements.

Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to perform the effort electronically via email to Rachel Clayton at Rachel.Clayton@NASA.gov not later than 3:00 pm CST on March 31, 2026. Such capabilities/qualifications will be evaluated solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct this acquisition on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to compete this acquisition on a full and open competition basis, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the Government.

NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman for this acquisition can be found at : https://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/procurement/regs/Procurement-Ombuds-Comp-Advocate-Listing.pdf

Background
NASA's Stennis Space Center (SSC) has a requirement for Multi-Stage Liquid Oxygen (LOX) Pressure Control Valves. The agency intends to issue a sole source contract to Gosco Valves, a division of GGOSCO Engineering Inc., under the authority indicating that only one responsible source can meet the agency's requirements. The goal of this contract is to procure valves that are essential for NASA's operations involving liquid oxygen.

Work Details
The contract involves the procurement of Multi-Stage Liquid Oxygen (LOX) Pressure Control Valves as outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW). Key specifications include:

1. **Overview**: The SOW outlines expectations for procurement, with accompanying technical requirements provided in a spreadsheet.

2. **Supplier Responsibilities**: The supplier must deliver valves that meet specifications, including fabrication, assembly, LOX cleaning, functional testing, packaging, and supporting documentation.

3. **Cleaning and Testing**: Valves must be cleaned for LOX service and undergo standard factory testing appropriate for cryogenic pressure-control valves. Test results and cleanliness certification are required with delivery.

4. **Documentation**: Required documentation includes drawings, test reports, material certifications, cleaning certificates, and any special tools or soft-goods kits needed for maintenance.

5. **Delivery Requirements**: Valves must be delivered fully assembled, cleaned, bagged, and ready for installation along with all supporting documentation.

6. **Acceptance**: Acceptance will occur upon verification that delivered valves match technical data sheet specifications and meet cleanliness and testing requirements.

Overview

Response Deadline
March 31, 2026, 4:00 p.m. EDT (original: March 15, 2026, 4:00 p.m. EDT) Past Due
Posted
March 16, 2026, 5:17 p.m. EDT (updated: March 30, 2026, 3:29 p.m. EDT)
Set Aside
None
Place of Performance
Stennis Space Center, MS USA
Source

Current SBA Size Standard
750 Employees
Est. Level of Competition
Sole Source
On 3/16/26 National Aeronautics and Space Administration issued Special Notice 80SSC026R0006 for Multi-Stage Liquid Oxygen (LOX) Pressure Control Valves due 3/31/26.
Primary Contact
Name
Rachel Clayton   Profile
Phone
(228) 688-2822

Documents

Posted documents for Special Notice 80SSC026R0006

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION > NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION
FPDS Organization Code
8000-8000
Source Organization Code
100000267
Last Updated
April 15, 2026
Last Updated By
rachel.clayton@nasa.gov
Archive Date
April 15, 2026