Glove box for sodium handling for heat pipes

NASA’s Shared Services Center at Stennis Space Center is seeking quotations for a glove box designed for sodium handling in heat‑pipe applications. The procurement is set aside for small businesses and follows a “lowest price technically acceptable” (LPTA) evaluation. Offerors must provide proof of manufacturer pricing and confirm authorization to resell the equipment. Quotes are due 9 May 2026 (12 p.m. CT) and must remain valid for 30 days. Technical questions must be submitted by 31 August 2026. The contract will be firm‑fixed‑price, FOB Destination, and will require compliance with export‑control regulations. • Item: Glove box for sodium handling (heat‑pipe use) – brand‑name or equal. • NAICS: 333999 (Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing). • Small‑business set‑aside; SAM registration required. • Delivery: FOB Destination to NASA. • Evaluation: Lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA). • Mandatory certifications: FAR clauses, export‑license compliance, duty‑free entry provisions. • Quote validity: 30 days; submission via email to Sara Jusino‑Terry.