What this opportunity is
NASA is seeking to procure one ambient pressure build vaporizer for liquid methane operations at Stennis Space Center, with specific technical requirements including a minimum flow capacity of 27,000 SCFH and a maximum allowable working pressure of 600 psig. This opportunity is suitable for small businesses under NAICS 333415, particularly those with expertise in manufacturing specialized industrial equipment. As a Special Notice, interested vendors should track this opportunity closely for potential bidding instructions rather than immediate proposals.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
Statement of Work (SOW): LNG Ambient
Pressure Build Vaporizer
1. Purpose
This Statement of Work defines the requirements and responsibilities for the procurement
of one ambient pressure build vaporizer to support liquid methane operations at NASA
Stennis Space Center. The vaporizer will convert liquid methane to gaseous methane for
use in facility test operations.
2. Scope of Work
The supplier shall design, manufacture, clean, test, and deliver a fully assembled ambient
pressure build vaporizer that meets the performance, material, and dimensional
requirements outlined in this document. The completed unit shall be appropriately
packaged and prepared for shipment.
3. Technical Requirements
The vaporizer shall meet the following requirements:
- Flow capacity: 27,000 SCFH minimum for an 8-hour operating period at sea level.
- Working fluid: Liquid methane.
- Outlet gas temperature: Minimum 10°F above saturated liquid temperature.
- Maximum allowable working pressure (MAWP): 600 psig.
- Normal operating pressure: 75 psig.
- Pressure drop: Less than 1 psi at full flow.
- Wetted materials: 304 stainless steel.
- Inlet connection: 1.5-inch ASME class 150 flange.
- Outlet connection: 4-inch ASME class 150 flange.
- Internal surface area: 60 sq. ft.
- External surface area: 2,940 sq. ft.
- Fin spacing: 9.25 inches center-to-center with 1.25-inch gap.
- Oxygen-service cleaning required in accordance with CP010102 Rev 5.
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- Approximate dimensions: 94 in wide × 377 in deep × 65 in tall.
- Approximate clean weight: 2,016 lbs; approximate iced weight: 11,781 lbs.
4. Delivery Requirements
Delivery shall occur within 14 to 16 weeks after order placement. The supplier shall
package and prepare the vaporizer for transport, ensuring safe handling and preservation
during shipment.
5. Documentation Requirements
The supplier shall provide the following documentation: fabrication drawings, material
certifications, oxygen-cleaning certification, installation guidelines, and operation and
maintenance instructions.
6. Warranty
The supplier shall provide a warranty ensuring the equipment is free from defects in
material and workmanship for a minimum of one year from installation or 18 months from
shipment. Warranty evaluation requires return of the equipment to the supplier unless
otherwise agreed.
7. Quality Assurance & Inspection
The supplier shall perform inspection and testing prior to shipment to verify compliance
with all technical requirements. NASA reserves the right to request inspection access at
the manufacturing facility.
8. Acceptance Criteria
The vaporizer will be accepted once it meets all technical specifications, passes
inspection, and all required documentation has been delivered.
9. Responsibilities
The supplier is responsible for fabrication, cleaning, testing, documentation, and
packaging. NASA will coordinate and fund transportation, unloading, and inspection upon
delivery.
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