TESCOM Components
NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION.NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION.NASA SHARED SERVICES CENTER · Response deadline: Tue, 20 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
NASA Shared Services Center is procuring Tescom components under this combined synopsis/solicitation. Tescom is a recognized manufacturer of precision pressure control equipment, including regulators, valves, and related components used in critical aerospace, test, and industrial applications. Given NASA's mission requirements, these components likely support propulsion systems, test stands, environmental control systems, or other high-reliability pressure control applications where precise regulation is essential.
The classification code 6640 (FSC 6640 - Laboratory Equipment and Supplies) points to scientific or testing applications, though see the solicitation for the specific technical requirements, part numbers, and intended end use. The agency is seeking these components as a total small business set-aside, meaning the entire contract value is reserved for eligible small business concerns.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | NASA Shared Services Center |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 80NSSC27946634Q |
| NAICS | 334516—Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside—Total |
| Response deadline | October 20, 2026, 4:00 PM CDT |
| Place of performance | Orlando, FL |
Who can bid
This opportunity is reserved for small business concerns under the total small business set-aside program. Your business must meet the size standard for NAICS 334516, which is typically 1,000 employees (verify the current standard at SBA.gov). You must be registered in SAM.gov with active status, hold any required certifications, and demonstrate responsibility including past performance, financial capacity, and technical capability.
Given the Orlando, FL place of performance, consider whether you can deliver to or perform work in this location. If you lack direct manufacturing capability for Tescom-equivalent components, subcontracting arrangements or partnerships with specialized manufacturers may be viable—ensure any such relationships comply with subcontracting limitations and small business performance requirements. Dealer/distributor arrangements may be acceptable if the solicitation permits; see the solicitation for any source authorization or authorized distributor requirements.
How to put together a competitive bid
For laboratory and pressure control instrument procurements, focus on these elements:
Technical compliance and traceability: NASA procurements typically require strict adherence to specifications. Obtain exact part numbers, material certifications, calibration requirements, and quality standards from the solicitation. Document traceability to original manufacturer specifications—counterfeit or gray-market components are unacceptable in aerospace applications.
Quality certifications: Expect requirements for AS9100, ISO 9001, or similar aerospace quality standards. If you hold NADCAP accreditation for materials testing or special processes, highlight this. Document your supplier quality management system and incoming inspection capabilities.
Delivery and packaging: Aerospace components often require specialized packaging (ESD protection, humidity indicators, oxygen-compatible cleaning certificates). Price these requirements explicitly and confirm your ability to meet delivery timelines to Orlando, FL or any specified NASA facility.
Past performance: Prepare references from similar precision instrument or aerospace component contracts. NASA evaluates past performance rigorously—emphasize on-time delivery, quality acceptance rates, and problem resolution.
Pricing structure: Combined synopsis/solicitations often use simplified acquisition procedures. Ensure your quote format matches the solicitation requirements exactly, including any required cost breakdowns, shipping terms (FOB destination is typical), and warrantees.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number 80NSSC27946634Q—the metadata above does not include specification details, quantities, or evaluation criteria
- Note the firm deadline: October 20, 2026 at 4:00 PM CDT— six days from posting, indicating an urgent or streamlined procurement
- Verify your SAM.gov registration is active and your business profile reflects NAICS 334516
- Download all attachments, including any drawings, technical data packages, or FAR/DFARS provisions
- Submit questions through the designated SAM.gov Q&A mechanism before any deadline specified in the solicitation
View the official notice on SAM.gov →