(50) spools of Hi-Nicalon™ high-performance, continuous silicon carbide fiber (equivalent to 5.5 kg of fiber). Manufacturer Part # is NLH107.

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has a requirement for the acquisition of 50 spools of Hi-Nicalon high-performance, continuous silicon carbide fiber, equivalent to 5.5 kg of fiber, with a manufacturer part number of NLH107. The procurement will be conducted under the authority of FAR 12.102(a) and is currently intended to be a sole source contract to COI CERAMICS, INC. Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to perform the effort in writing to the identified point of contact. The key aspects of this opportunity include: • The requirement for a specific type and quantity of silicon carbide fiber • The intention to issue a sole source contract to COI CERAMICS, INC. • The possibility of competing the procurement on a full and open competition basis if suitable responses are received • The need for interested organizations to submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to the point of contact • The evaluation of submitted capabilities and qualifications solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct the procurement on a competitive basis