Notice ID: eedf38abac724234a5e4d02399ae6451Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
WILD IRIS FINAL CSO
Archived on June 23, 2026. Combined Synopsis/Solicitation posted by DEPT OF DEFENSE (DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE) on May 29, 2026. Solicitation WILDIRIS.
NAICS 336414 (Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing). Set-aside: No Set aside used. Place of performance: Albuquerque, New Mexico. Original response deadline: . Full description on SAM.gov.
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The final CSO for WILD IRIS is now available. Please follow the instructions attached in the generic CSO in order to receive the detailed CSO.
Please note, if you attended industry day you will receive the detailed CSO directly from DoDSafe. If you didn't participate in industry day and would like to receive the detailed CSO please request it immediately. The due date is 22 June 2026, 1500MT, and extenstions will not be granted.
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Department of WarDepartment of the Air Force
Office:SPACE SYSTEMS COMMAND.PEO ASSURED ACCESS TO SPACE.FA8818 ASSRD ACS TO SPC SSC/AAK-KT
Posted:May 29, 2026
NAICS:336414: Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing
Last Updated:Aug 21, 2026
PSC:V126: TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: SPACE TRANSPORTATION/LAUNCH
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Set-Aside:No Set aside used
Type:Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Place of Performance:Albuquerque, New Mexico
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Rocket Systems Launch Program (RSLP) Innovative Delivery of Effects (RIDE) Supplemental Request for Information (RFI) – Industry Statements of Capability (SOCs): 1. RIDE Overview (Updated): The Space Systems Command (SSC), System Delta 80 (SYD 80), Small Launch and Targets Division (AMX) manages the Rocket Systems Launch Program (RSLP). Supplemental to the previous RFI posted on 25 April 2025 (https://sam.gov/opp/19f4b8b3647940b48fa14134d23249a9/view#contact), RSLP still plans to execute its suborbital and orbital launch services by employing its new RSLP Innovative Delivery of Effects (RIDE) acquisition strategy. RIDE acquisitions will serve as the next generation of RSLP launch service contracts, succeeding the Orbital Services Program-4 (OSP-4), Small Rocket Program-Orbital (SRP-O), and Sounding Rocket Program-4 (SRP-4) programs. RSLP will continue to provide responsive space, experimental, Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E), and small operational launch vehicles and targets support to the Department of War (DoW) and other Government agencies using commercial services and excess ballistic missile assets. RIDE acquisitions are intended to support a wide variety of customer-driven requirements that may not traditionally fall within the scope of NSSL requirements, from integration and launch of payloads intended for Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond, to suborbital vehicle development, and more. Given the variety of launch missions with varying degrees of complexity that RSLP anticipates supporting, the RIDE acquisition strategy may result in one (1) or more contract vehicles [such as an indefinite-delivery indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract, which is currently being considered]. In response to industry feedback captured by RSLP’s first RFI solicitation, Attachment 1 of this RFI contains updated high-level requirements of the RIDE acquisition strategy. These requirements are still subject to change. 2. Background (Unchanged): RSLP has historically launched one-off launch systems for RDT&E type payloads, from unguided lofted trajectories to cis-lunar orbit. In the past, industry offered limited launch service options capable of meeting the wide range of mission performance required. This led to RSLP managing many first-flight vehicles, or vehicles with first-flight items, to meet our customers’ needs. The management of those first-flight vehicles and items shaped the mission assurance practices that RSLP implemented and continues to use today. Our customers, mainly from the RDT&E community with limited budgets, drive mission assurance requirements based on their risk tolerance. A higher level of risk is more often deemed acceptable for the payloads than for the launch vehicles. RSLP recognizes that industry’s capability and capacity have changed greatly over the last 10 years. RSLP is therefore assessing those changes and determining how to best meet the launch service needs of our U.S. Government customers. There is a wide variance in the experience, vehicle heritage, and production and manufacturing processes observed across the commercial launch industry today. This variance offers opportunities to ensure fair competition while providing varying levels of mission assurance across different customer requirement driven missions. 3. RIDE Acquisition Background (Added): RIDE is intended to enable RSLP to provide an encompassing launch service acquisition solution in support of the United States Space Force (USSF), DoW, and other Government customers. In doing so, it is anticipated that RIDE will provide a means to support both Space Transportation Services [as defined in 51 U.S. Code § 50101(4); which are considered inherently commercial in accordance with 51 U.S. Code § 50132] and Space-Related Activity launch services [as defined in 51 U.S. Code § 50101(3); which are—for the purposes of this contemplated acquisition strategy—not assumed to be inherently commercial] required by various programs with various payloads. Space Transportation Services involve the preparation as well as transportation of a launch vehicle and its payloads to, from, or within outer space, or in suborbital trajectory. Space-Related Activity launch services include research and development (R&D), which is more in-depth or complex than a traditional Space Transportation Service. Additionally, Space-Related Activity launch services may require new design, significant modifications, extensive supplemental qualification testing, and/or developmental concept of operations (CONOPs). To support both Space Transportation and Space-Related Activity launches, the Government is contemplating the use of two (2) multiple-award Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract vehicles; one (1) for Space Transportation Services and [commercial] Space-Related Activity launch services and one (1) for [non-commercial] Space-Related Activity launch services: Space Transportation Services will be procured as a commercial service, leveraging commercial practices on a fixed-price [e.g., Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), fixed-price incentive, fixed-price with award fee, etc.] basis. Additionally, certain Space-Related Activity services which are determined to be commercial by the cognizant Procurement Contracting Officer (PCO) at the time of the contemplated effort shall also be acquired under the commercial IDIQ and will also utilize a fixed-price structure. Due to the developmental/non-commercial nature of many of the anticipated Space-Related Activity services, the Government anticipates issuing hybrid cost-reimbursement [e.g., Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee (CPFF), Cost-Plus-Incentive-Fee (CPIF), cost-reimbursement incentive, cost-plus award fee, etc.] and FFP task orders under the non-commercial IDIQ, as appropriate for the specific requirement (again, to be decided by the cognizant PCO at the time of the contemplated effort). Companies should consider whether they possess, or can obtain, the systems and capabilities necessary to perform cost-reimbursement contracts, including an improved accounting system IAW R-DFARS 242.7502 (implemented by 48 CFR 242.7502) and comply with the system criteria prescribed in R-DFARS 252.242-7998 (if applicable) and DFARS 252.242.7999 (Deviation 2026-O0050) (March 2026). A company may compete for entry into the vendor pool of one (1) or both IDIQs, but must follow and satisfy the proposal requirements for each IDIQ if they wish to compete for both. 4. RFI Goals and Objectives (Updated): The goal of this second RFI is to collect Statements of Capability (SOCs) from industry on available solutions, technologies, and capabilities to aid in further defining the RIDE acquisition requirements and future commerciality determinations. These SOCs will help RSLP understand how industry capabilities currently align with the anticipated Government requirements and the mission type(s) to which vendors plan to propose. Please engage with us by providing your company’s SOC(s) to address the attached tentative requirements. 5. Industry Day (Added): RSLP intends to host a forum with industry (i.e., “Industry Day”) on 22 September 2026 through 23 September 2026 (or possibly through 24 September 2026, depending on the number of RSVP’d attendees) to engage in open discussion and dialogue to answer questions interested parties may have regarding the Government’s contemplated RIDE acquisition strategy prior to SOC submittal. The objective of this two (2) to three (3)-day event is to receive industry’s feedback on RSLP’s intent of the RIDE acquisition and to provide industry with additional details about the RIDE acquisition prior to the SOC submittal date. Interested companies will have the option of participating virtually if they choose or may attend in-person on Kirtland AFB, located in Albuquerque, NM. Additionally, if there are any topics you recommend RSLP to specifically address at our industry day, please let us know by 15 September 2026. Finally, if your company would like to discuss any topic(s) individually with RSLP, please indicate this. Immediately following Industry Day, RSLP will offer thirty (30)-minute timeslots for one-on-ones with each interested party. Timing of these one-on-ones are tentative and will depend on the number of RSVPs received, timing of the Industry Day, etc. Those who wish to attend (either in-person or virtually) are encouraged to RSVP as soon as possible, but no later than (NLT) 15 September 2026. If you wish to attend in person, please email each planned attendee’s (1) full legal name, (2) position title, (3) email address, (4) cell phone number, (5) date of birth, (6) driver’s license state/number (or other form of state/Government-issued picture ID), and (7) full social security number to the individuals listed below. Additionally, attendees driving on Kirtland AFB must possess (1) a valid driver’s license, (2) vehicle registration, and (3) proof of insurance available for verification upon arrival on Kirtland AFB. Failure to provide/possess this information will result in your organization not being able to attend in-person. Further details for in-person attendees will be issued after all RSVPs are received. 6. SOC Guidelines (Added): Following Industry Day, the Government requests that interested companies respond by submitting their SOC(s) summarizing their current capabilities to meet the high-level RIDE requirements detailed in the updated Attachment 1 by the due date of the SOC (see section 6E). The Government’s objective is to assess launch providers and their interest in and capability to participate in RIDE. Respondents to this supplemental RFI are—as applicable—encouraged to describe in their SOC; (1) current launch vehicle production process(es), (2) flight-proven capabilities, (3) plans to develop future capabilities in support of the Government, (4) ideas and solutions to conduct what your company defines as “rapid launch,” and (5) capabilities related to the manufacturing of payloads. Your SOC must be submitted within seven (7) calendar days of the Government posting answers to questions posed during Industry Day (2 October 2026, tentatively). Your SOC is limited to fifteen (15) pages, size 11 Times New Roman font with 1” margins. All replies to this RFI must reference “RIDE.” Please submit only unclassified and non-proprietary information if possible. If proprietary information is deemed essential to include within your response, all proprietary information should be clearly marked and associated with restrictions on Government use identified. In addition to the above, your SOC should include, at a minimum, your company’s posture on the following areas (for the purpose of this RFI, the Government defines “liftoff” as follows: the initial, non-reversable, propulsive/acceleration event of the spacelift system, regardless of means or medium): (A) Commercial missions. Please describe your company’s current involvement in commercial launch services. Do you intend to propose to the tentative RIDE commercial IDIQ based on the information contained in this and the previous RFI? If so, state whether your company has a launch vehicle design that has had a successful liftoff in the past and what vehicle was used, when the liftoff took place, and where it occurred. If you have a launch vehicle design planned for a liftoff in the next twelve (12) months—which you think can be used to meet the Government’s tentative commercial requirements—please state what vehicle will be used, when, and where this launch is planned to occur. (B) Non-commercial missions. Please describe your company’s current involvement in non-commercial launch services. As applicable, please describe how your existing launch vehicle design and/or concept of operations have been significantly modified from its commercial design to meet a Government need, to include activities of unproven or military-unique launch capabilities with the purpose of meeting complex Government requirements, if any. Significant modifications may be changes unique to Government requirements and unplanned for the commercial market. These often exceed commercial flight proven qualification testing and/or require modification, development, or integration activities that require additional qualification testing of the launch system and/or major systems. Do you intend to propose to the RIDE non-commercial IDIQ based on the information contained in this and the previous RFI? If so, please describe your company’s readiness to perform non-commercial work. Examples may include your experience performing cost-reimbursement contracts, the status of your accounting system [e.g. adequacy for cost-reimbursement contracts and/or contractor material management and accounting system(s) (MMAS)], your approach to managing evolving requirements, and/or any anticipated changes to your business systems, processes, or organizational structure needed to support this type of non-commercial work. If you have a launch vehicle design planned for a liftoff in the next twelve (12) months—which you think can be used to meet the Government’s tentative non-commercial requirements—please state what vehicle will be used, when, and where this launch is planned to occur. (C) Flight heritage. Please provide a brief description of your proven flight heritage for your current rocket system and how that flight heritage proves that your rocket design is mature. If your company does not have a rocket with flight heritage, how can you prove to the Government that your rocket design is mature enough to meet the Government’s future RIDE launch service needs? (D) Mission Assurance. The government recognizes the level of administrative effort related to preparing, reviewing, and submitting traditional Mission Assurance CDRLs. The government desires to create a flexible MA paradigm that can be applied to launch vehicles at various levels of maturity, and which leverages the internal processes and data that contractors already have in place. To this end, the Government is interested in your views on the following: Please describe your company’s current viewpoint of Government-acquired Mission Assurance (MA). RSLP customers drive mission assurance requirements based on their mission risk tolerance. If the Government were to require its own independent Mission Assurance for a RIDE mission—regardless of commerciality—are you still willing to propose to these mission(s)? Have you historically attempted to meet Government MA requirements and what did that look like? In reference to the MA Attachment to this RFI, what type of data and/or analyses is your company unwilling to provide to the Government for the mission assurance process and why? Which historical deliverables have barriers that may prevent you from providing them to the Government and why? Please provide details of how your company could reduce launch risk, even without MA, or even a “low-level” MA. Describe any additional ideas of how the Government could streamline its MA approach or make it more aligned with your internal MA practices. (E) Feedback on IDIQ Minimum Guarantee: Background & Objective The Government is seeking industry feedback regarding high-value deliverables for the minimum award for the upcoming contemplated RIDE IDIQs. To ensure maximum effectiveness and responsible stewardship of Government funds, the Government would like to avoid duplicating services/deliverables which have already been acquired under existing Government contracts. These deliverables have historically included items such as commercial documentation, technical studies, and/or reports associated with proposed launch vehicles. To aid us with this goal, please provide feedback and answers to the questions below: Questions for Industry Feedback Non-Duplicative Deliverables: What specific services/deliverables would your organization recommend as a minimum award guarantee task order that would benefit the Government without duplicating previous Government acquisitions (e.g., Launch Service User Guides), if any? Technical Studies/Analyses: What specific study/analysis topics (e.g., specialized integration studies, tech-refresh roadmaps, system-compatibility analyses, etc.) does your organization believe could provide immediate benefit to this program, if any? Alternate High-Value Efforts: Beyond studies and documentation, what other options (e.g., specialized technical training) would your organization recommend as an effective minimum award guarantee, if any? Other Considerations: What other considerations does your organization suggest the Government consider when structuring its minimum award guarantee, if any? (F) Feedback. Submit any additional feedback your company has regarding the RIDE acquisition strategy. All responses shall include company size status under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes 336414 (Guided Missiles and Space Vehicle Manufacturing), and 481212 (Nonscheduled Chartered Freight Air Transportation, Space Transportation, Freight, Nonscheduled). Please note that a company's size status under these specific NAICS codes will not restrict or preclude their eligibility to compete under any future solicitation. Should your organization utilize different NAICS code(s), please state your NAICS code(s) along with your company size status under the NAICS code you think is best applicable. Attachment 1: RIDE Requirements (Updated) Attachment 2: Legacy RSLP Mission Assurance Requirements (Unchanged) Attachment 3: (Removed) *Please note, answers will be shared with RSLP support contractors with non-disclosure agreements to aid in the acquisition strategy process. They will have no vested authorities in the process. Any information submitted by respondents to this synopsis is strictly voluntary. The Government will not pay for any information that is submitted by respondents to this request for information. All information contained herein is based on the best information available at the time of publication, is subject to revision, and is not binding on the Government. This notice is for informational purposes only and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. This is not a solicitation announcement. Responses should be sent electronically to the following individuals: Robert Robson, robert.robson.1@spaceforce.mil Tristan Perales, tristan.perales@spaceforce.mil | Market Research | 336414 | No Set-Aside | 09/10/2026 | 10/09/2026 | - | |
The Spacecraft Speedometer provides real-time velocity measurements for satellites without relying on GPS, which can be unreliable at low altitudes, in high-radiation environments and during geomagnetic storms. The technology has been successfully tested in space and is ready for scaling and commercialization. We are seeking a manufacturing partner or system integrator to refine production and deploy this technology into commercial and defense satellite markets. How it Works: Using a dual-sensor head electrostatic analyzer (ESA), it determines velocity by analyzing ambient space plasma charged particles, offering a self-contained, compact, and power-efficient solution for better orbital tracking and space weather monitoring. Designed as a small size, weight, and power (SWaP) payload for small satellite platforms, this system fills a critical gap in spacecraft navigation, improving operational efficiency while reducing reliance on external tracking systems. As spacecraft and probes travel to planets and moons where GPS isn’t available, the Spacecraft Speedometer provides a critical navigation solution for deep-space missions. By enabling precise velocity measurements in these GPS-denied environments, it supports autonomous spacecraft operations, improves mission planning, and ensures accurate trajectory control for planetary exploration and interplanetary travel. Key Advantages: Velocity Measurement: Directly measures spacecraft speed in situ, improving orbit prediction and maneuver planning. Compact & Low-Power Design: Optimized for CubeSats and small satellites, making it cost-effective and scalable. Enhanced Space Weather Monitoring: Provides real-time data to mitigate space weather disruptions that impact spacecraft performance. Increased Accuracy for Satellite Tracking: Reduces reliance on GPS, which struggles at low altitudes and certain latitudes, especially during intense space weather events. Space Deployment: Successfully tested on the International Space Station (ISS), validating its accuracy Problems Solved: Unlike traditional satellite velocity tracking, which relies on GPS or ground-based radar, the Spacecraft Speedometer provides direct, onboard velocity measurements using a dual-sensor laminated-head electrostatic analyzer (ESA). This system detects and analyzes charged particles in space, filtering them based on energy and trajectory to determine spacecraft velocity in real time. The laminated-head design enhances measurement accuracy and efficiency by optimizing particle detection and reducing noise. Because it does not depend on external signals, it remains effective in GPS-limited environments, such as low-altitude or high-radiation regions. Its compact, low-power design makes it well-suited for CubeSats, small satellites, and larger spacecraft, improving orbital prediction and mission planning while reducing reliance on external tracking systems. Market Applications: Small Satellite & CubeSat Operators: Enhances tracking for satellites where GPS is unreliable. Space Weather Monitoring & Forecasting: Provides critical velocity data to predict space weather disruptions. Government & Defense Agencies: Supports space domain awareness and collision avoidance. Satellite Manufacturers & System Integrators: Can be easily integrated into commercial and defense satellite systems. With the space weather forecasting market projected to grow to $2.8B by 2032, this technology offers a low-cost, scalable alternative to traditional tracking methods, enabling more autonomous, cost-effective space operations. Development Status: Technology Readiness Level 3 Component Prototypes Built and Proof-of-Concept Testing Completed US Patent Pending LA-UR-25-22649 Access: https://www.lanl.gov/engage/collaboration/feynman-center/tech-and-capability-search/spacecraft-speedometer LANL Tech Partnerships: Unlock the Innovative Potential Los Alamos National Laboratory offers a wide range of cutting-edge technologies and capabilities that may provide your company with a competitive edge in the market and unlock the innovative potential that can enhance, refine, and revolutionize your products. LANL’s licensing program focuses on moving inventions developed by our researchers to commercial innovations. Patented and patent pending inventions and copyrighted software are available to existing and start-up companies through exclusive and non-exclusive licensing agreements. For specific discussions, please contact licensing@lanl.gov. Note: This is not a call for external services for the development of this technology. https://www.lanl.gov/engage/collaboration/feynman-center/partner-with-us/licensing-technology https://www.lanl.gov/engage/collaboration/feynman-center/tech-and-capability-search | Special Notice | 336414 | No Set-Aside | 05/15/2026 | 07/20/2026 | Los Alamos, NM | |
This is a modification to the notice entitled "Commercial Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Destination Contract (CLDC) Draft Request for Proposal" which was posted on July 6, 2026. You are notified that the following changes are made: The following document is posted: (1) Draft RFP Industry Q and A Part 3.pdf In response to Industry feedback to the Draft Request for Proposal (DRFP) posted on July 6, 2026. ______________________ This is a modification to the notice entitled "Commercial Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Destination Contract (CLDC) Draft Request for Proposal" which was posted on July 6, 2026. You are notified that the following changes are made: The following document is posted: (1) Updates to CLDC Draft RFP Industry Questions and Answers - Rounds 1 and 2.pdf In response to Industry feedback to the Draft Request for Proposal (DRFP) posted on July 6, 2026, NASA is releasing updated answers to some of the previously posted questions. Due to the volume of responses NASA has received to the DRFP, NASA will be responding to Industry comments in batches, starting with the document titled " Draft RFP Industry Q and A Response Part 1.pdf”. Please monitor this announcement regularly for continuing updates regarding NASA’s response to Industry’s comments. ______________________ This is a modification to the notice entitled "Commercial Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Destination Contract (CLDC) Draft Request for Proposal" which was posted on July 6, 2026. You are notified that the following changes are made: The following document is posted: (1) Draft RFP Industry Q and A Response Part 2.pdf In response to Industry feedback to the Draft Request for Proposal (DRFP) posted on July 6, 2026, NASA is releasing a response to some of the comments received. Due to the volume of responses NASA has received to the DRFP, NASA will be responding to Industry comments in batches, starting with the document titled " Draft RFP Industry Q and A Response Part 1.pdf”. Please monitor this announcement regularly for continuing updates regarding NASA’s response to Industry’s comments. ______________________ This is a modification to the notice entitled "Commercial Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Destination Contract (CLDC) Draft Request for Proposal" which was posted on July 6, 2026. You are notified that the following changes are made: The following document is posted: (1) Draft RFP Industry Q and A Response Part 1.pdf (2) CLDC Public Interested Parties List In response to Industry feedback to the Draft Request for Proposal (DRFP) posted on July 6, 2026, NASA is releasing a response to some of the comments received. Due to the volume of responses NASA has received to the DRFP, NASA will be responding to Industry comments in batches, starting with the document titled " Draft RFP Industry Q and A Response Part 1.pdf”. Please monitor this announcement regularly for continuing updates regarding NASA’s response to Industry’s comments. The second attachment titled “CLDC Public Interest Parties List” is the list of entities that have indicated interest in this acquisition and has elected to share their interest with the public. ______________________ This is a modification to the notice entitled "Commercial Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Destination Contract (CLDC) Draft Request for Proposal" which was posted on July 6, 2026. You are notified that the following changes are made: The Draft RFP Pre-Proposal Conference Questions and Answers have been posted. The due date for DRFP responses is extended to July 27, 2026 at 8:00am. The location for One on Ones with Prime Contractors and United States Transportation Providers has been moved to Johnson Space Center Building 111. Parking is outside the main security gate, badging is not required for entrance in Building 111. A map of the Johnson Space Center can be found at the link below: https://www.nasa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/jsc_map.pdf As updates are made, Offerors should ensure they are viewing the most current version of the "Commercial Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Destination Contract (CLDC) Draft Request for Proposal" page on SAM.gov. Offerors are responsible for monitoring this site for the release of the solicitation and any amendments. Potential offerors are responsible for downloading their own copy of the solicitation and amendments (if any). ______________________ This is a modification to the notice entitled "Commercial Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Destination Contract (CLDC) Draft Request for Proposal" which was posted on July 6, 2026. You are notified that the following changes are made: The document titled "01_CLDC dRFP July 2026" has been replaced with "01_CLDC dRFP July 2026r1". A minor update was made to the dRFP letter, no changes have been made to the contents of the dRFP. The due date for responses is not extended. Offerors are responsible for monitoring this site for the release of the solicitation and any amendments. Potential offerors are responsible for downloading their own copy of the solicitation and amendments (if any). ---------------------- This is a modification to the notice entitled "Commercial Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Destination Contract (CLDC) Draft Request for Proposal" which was posted on July 6, 2026. You are notified that the following changes are made: The document titled "02_CLDC dSOW July 2026" has been replaced with "02_CLDC SOW July 2026 (No CUI Cover Page)." The due date for responses is not extended. Offerors are responsible for monitoring this site for the release of the solicitation and any amendments. Potential offerors are responsible for downloading their own copy of the solicitation and amendments (if any). _____ THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL. NO PROPOSALS ARE TO BE SUBMITTED IN RESPONSE TO THIS NOTICE This notice is issued by the NASA/Johnson Space Center to post draft RFP (DRFP) to solicit responses from interested parties. This document is for information and planning purposes and to allow industry the opportunity to verify reasonableness and feasibility of the requirement, as well as promote competition. The Commercial Low Earth Orbit Contract will acquire services for a commercially owned and operated Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Destination that can provide safe, reliable, and cost-effective end-to-end services to succeed the International Space Station (ISS). This will ensure NASA has a sustained human presence in LEO for Crew members to perform science and exploration. As part of this service, the Contractor(s) will design, build, and operate the Commercial LEO Destination (CLD) which covers all aspects of development and certification, including design, manufacturing, demonstration/testing, qualification, production, transportation vehicles, including operational missions (cargo/crew) and utilization activities post CLD certification. This DRFP is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government, nor will the Government pay for the information submitted in response. The Government may not respond to questions/concerns submitted. The Government will use the information to finalize the RFP as necessary. All comments or questions must be submitted electronically via email to Ashley Chaves at jsc-cldc@mail.nasa.gov, no later than July 24, 2026 at 8:00am Central. When responding reference "80JSC026R0021 DRFP". 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 If a solicitation is released, then it and any additional documents will be available on Sam.gov. It is the offeror's responsibility to monitor this website for the release of the solicitation and amendments (if any). Potential offerors will be responsible for downloading their own copy of the solicitation and amendments, if any. NASA intends to publicize a listing of respondents to facilitate teaming arrangements. Should your firm desire not to be included in this listing, clearly indicate this desire in your response. DRFP Pre-Proposal Conference: The DRFP Pre-Proposal Conference for this solicitation will be held on Thursday, July 9, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CT via Microsoft Teams. Attendance at the DRFP pre-proposal conference is recommended; however, attendance is neither required nor a prerequisite for proposal submission. No recordings of any kind are permitted. Participation is limited to a total of ten (10) individuals from each company/team. Please RSVP for the Pre-Proposal Conference by Wednesday July 8, 2026, 12:00 p.m. CT by sending an email to the following address: jsc-cldc@mail.nasa.gov. The RSVP email must include the following: Subject Line: CLDC DRFP Pre-Proposal Conference RSVP Full company name Company address SAM Unique Entity ID and Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code Company point of contact name, phone number, and email address Company size/type (e.g., Large Business, Small Business, Women-Owned Small Business, etc.) Names, position descriptions, and email addresses of attendees (no more than ten (10) individuals may represent any party or team of parties) Indication of your company’s desire to be added to the Interested Parties list, which will be publicly available on the Sam.gov. A confirmation email will be sent to acknowledge your reservation(s) and provide further instructions. NASA anticipates releasing the DRFP Pre-Proposal Conference charts prior to the DRFP Pre-Proposal Conference. Please continue to monitor this SAM.gov posting for updates on the release of any documents. One-on-One Meetings: The Government will offer one-on-one communication opportunities for Prime Offerors and Transportation Providers from Monday, July 13, 2026, through Wednesday, July 15, 2026. These meetings will be conducted in person at the Gilruth Center with a virtual participation option. The exact meeting location will be provided to companies upon confirmation of their scheduled time slot. Participation is limited to eight (8) representatives per company/team for in‑person attendance, with additional representatives able to join virtually. RSVP Instructions Companies must RSVP for the one-on-one meetings no later than 2:00 PM Central Time on Thursday, July 9, 2026, by emailing jsc-cldc@mail.nasa.gov. The RSVP email must include: Company name, address, primary point of contact information, and SAM Unique Entity ID If requesting a one-on-one meeting: Names and position titles/descriptions of up to 8 attendees Contact information for each attendee Requested meeting date and time Questions regarding this notice should also be submitted to jsc-cldc@mail.nasa.gov. To facilitate engagement with industry, NASA personnel will conduct one-on-one meetings with individual companies. These sessions will be structured as Question-and-Answer (Q&A) discussions only; formal presentations are not permitted. Permitted Discussion Topics The following topics may be addressed during the meetings: The general purpose of the procurement Publicly available information related to the CLDC acquisition including the Draft RFP Federal procurement processes as defined by the FAR, NASA FAR Supplement (NFS), or other official policy documents Previously released procurement-specific information Prohibited Discussion Topics The following topics will not be discussed: Proprietary or confidential business information of any entity Privacy Act–protected information (e.g., personal data of contractor employees) Trade Secrets Act–protected information Speculation regarding proposal expectations Government preferences or emphasis beyond what is publicly available Incumbent contractor performance Additional Information A confirmation email will be sent to acknowledge reservations and provide further instructions. Recording of any kind is strictly prohibited during one-on-one sessions. It is the responsibility of all potential offerors to monitor official websites for updates related to this acquisition. | Market Research | 336414 | No Set-Aside | 10/09/2026 | 07/27/2026 | Houston, TX | |
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Johnson Space Center (JSC) is issuing a Final Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Commercial Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Destination Contract (CLDC), 80JSC027R0004. You are notified of the following: The entire proposal is due by December 8, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. Central Time. Proposal Volume III, Past Performance is requested two (2) weeks early on November 24, 2026, but not officially due until the proposal submittal date. All questions regarding this RFP should be submitted in writing, electronically to Ashley Chaves, Contracting Officer, at jsc-cldc@mail.nasa.gov on or before 1:00 p.m. Central Time on October 21, 2026. Offerors are encouraged to submit questions as soon as possible for consideration. Questions shall be submitted using the Template for Submission of Comments in the “Attachments” section below. Telephone questions will not be accepted. The RFP and attachments have been posted in the "Attachments" section below. This RFP and associated documents supersede the Draft RFP in its entirety. Any additional documents will be available on www.sam.gov. The Technical Library is available on www.sam.gov under notice ID 80JSC025_CLDC_TECH_LIBRARY. If you have not accessed the Technical Library before, please complete the Technical Library Request Form and refer to the instructions under notice ID 80JSC025_CLDC_TECH_LIBRARY prior to submitting a request via www.sam.gov. The Pre-Proposal Conference for this solicitation is anticipated to be held (virtual only) via Microsoft Teams on Thursday, October 15, 2026, starting at 1:00 p.m. Central Time. Attendance at the pre-proposal conference is recommended; however, attendance is neither required nor a prerequisite for proposal submission. No recordings or use of Super Intelligence (SI) note-taking capabilities of any kind are permitted. Participation is limited to a total of ten (10) individuals from each company/team. Please RSVP for the Pre-Proposal Conference and One-on-Ones by Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 1:00 p.m. Central Time by sending an email to the following addresses: Name: Ashley Chaves Email: jsc-cldc@mail.nasa.gov The RSVP email for the Pre-Proposal Conference must include the following: Subject Line: 80JSC027R0004 Pre-Proposal RSVP Full company name Company address SAM Unique Entity ID and Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code Company point of contact name, phone number, and email address Company size/type (e.g., Large Business, Small Business, Women-Owned Small Business, etc.) Names, position descriptions, and email addresses of attendees (no more than ten (10) individuals may represent any party or team of parties) The Pre-Proposal Conference One-on-Ones will be scheduled upon request and will be held in-person with a hybrid option at the Gilruth Center on October 16, 2026. One-on-Ones will be limited to Destination Prime Offerors. To request a One-on-One please send an email to the Contracting Officer, Ashley Chaves, at jsc-cldc@mail.nasa.gov. The RSVP email for the Pre-Proposal One-on-One must include the following: Subject Line: 80JSC027R0004 Pre-Proposal One-on-One RSVP Full company name Company address SAM Unique Entity ID and Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code Company point of contact name, phone number, and email address Company size/type (e.g., Large Business, Small Business, Women-Owned Small Business, etc.) Names, position descriptions, and email addresses of attendees (no more than eight (8) individuals may represent any party or team of parties) Preference on in-person, virtual, or hybrid attendance for One-on-One and identify which individuals will be attending in-person or virtually. A confirmation email will be sent to acknowledge your reservation(s) and provide further instructions. NASA anticipates releasing the Pre-Proposal Conference charts prior to the Pre-Proposal Conference. Please continue to monitor this SAM.gov posting for updates on the release of any documents, as well as the CLDC website. NASA FAR Supplement (NFS) Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Ombudsman for this acquisition is Donna M. Shafer, donna.m.shafer@nasa.gov, 281-483-4258. It is the offeror's responsibility to monitor this website for amendments to this solicitation and other information. Potential offerors will be responsible for downloading their own copy of the solicitation and amendments. Prospective offerors are encouraged to notify the Contracting Officer of their intent to submit an offer. | Solicitation | 336414 | No Set-Aside | 10/09/2026 | 12/08/2026 | Houston, TX | |
This is a modification to the notice entitled "Commercial Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Destination Contract (CLDC) Draft Request for Proposal" which was posted on July 6, 2026. You are notified that the following changes are made: The following document is posted: (1) Updates to CLDC Draft RFP Industry Questions and Answers - Rounds 1 and 2.pdf In response to Industry feedback to the Draft Request for Proposal (DRFP) posted on July 6, 2026, NASA is releasing updated answers to some of the previously posted questions. Due to the volume of responses NASA has received to the DRFP, NASA will be responding to Industry comments in batches, starting with the document titled " Draft RFP Industry Q and A Response Part 1.pdf”. Please monitor this announcement regularly for continuing updates regarding NASA’s response to Industry’s comments. ______________________ This is a modification to the notice entitled "Commercial Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Destination Contract (CLDC) Draft Request for Proposal" which was posted on July 6, 2026. You are notified that the following changes are made: The following document is posted: (1) Draft RFP Industry Q and A Response Part 2.pdf In response to Industry feedback to the Draft Request for Proposal (DRFP) posted on July 6, 2026, NASA is releasing a response to some of the comments received. Due to the volume of responses NASA has received to the DRFP, NASA will be responding to Industry comments in batches, starting with the document titled " Draft RFP Industry Q and A Response Part 1.pdf”. Please monitor this announcement regularly for continuing updates regarding NASA’s response to Industry’s comments. ______________________ This is a modification to the notice entitled "Commercial Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Destination Contract (CLDC) Draft Request for Proposal" which was posted on July 6, 2026. You are notified that the following changes are made: The following document is posted: (1) Draft RFP Industry Q and A Response Part 1.pdf (2) CLDC Public Interested Parties List In response to Industry feedback to the Draft Request for Proposal (DRFP) posted on July 6, 2026, NASA is releasing a response to some of the comments received. Due to the volume of responses NASA has received to the DRFP, NASA will be responding to Industry comments in batches, starting with the document titled " Draft RFP Industry Q and A Response Part 1.pdf”. Please monitor this announcement regularly for continuing updates regarding NASA’s response to Industry’s comments. The second attachment titled “CLDC Public Interest Parties List” is the list of entities that have indicated interest in this acquisition and has elected to share their interest with the public. ______________________ This is a modification to the notice entitled "Commercial Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Destination Contract (CLDC) Draft Request for Proposal" which was posted on July 6, 2026. You are notified that the following changes are made: The Draft RFP Pre-Proposal Conference Questions and Answers have been posted. The due date for DRFP responses is extended to July 27, 2026 at 8:00am. The location for One on Ones with Prime Contractors and United States Transportation Providers has been moved to Johnson Space Center Building 111. Parking is outside the main security gate, badging is not required for entrance in Building 111. A map of the Johnson Space Center can be found at the link below: https://www.nasa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/jsc_map.pdf As updates are made, Offerors should ensure they are viewing the most current version of the "Commercial Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Destination Contract (CLDC) Draft Request for Proposal" page on SAM.gov. Offerors are responsible for monitoring this site for the release of the solicitation and any amendments. Potential offerors are responsible for downloading their own copy of the solicitation and amendments (if any). ______________________ This is a modification to the notice entitled "Commercial Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Destination Contract (CLDC) Draft Request for Proposal" which was posted on July 6, 2026. You are notified that the following changes are made: The document titled "01_CLDC dRFP July 2026" has been replaced with "01_CLDC dRFP July 2026r1". A minor update was made to the dRFP letter, no changes have been made to the contents of the dRFP. The due date for responses is not extended. Offerors are responsible for monitoring this site for the release of the solicitation and any amendments. Potential offerors are responsible for downloading their own copy of the solicitation and amendments (if any). ---------------------- This is a modification to the notice entitled "Commercial Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Destination Contract (CLDC) Draft Request for Proposal" which was posted on July 6, 2026. You are notified that the following changes are made: The document titled "02_CLDC dSOW July 2026" has been replaced with "02_CLDC SOW July 2026 (No CUI Cover Page)." The due date for responses is not extended. Offerors are responsible for monitoring this site for the release of the solicitation and any amendments. Potential offerors are responsible for downloading their own copy of the solicitation and amendments (if any). _____ THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL. NO PROPOSALS ARE TO BE SUBMITTED IN RESPONSE TO THIS NOTICE This notice is issued by the NASA/Johnson Space Center to post draft RFP (DRFP) to solicit responses from interested parties. This document is for information and planning purposes and to allow industry the opportunity to verify reasonableness and feasibility of the requirement, as well as promote competition. The Commercial Low Earth Orbit Contract will acquire services for a commercially owned and operated Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Destination that can provide safe, reliable, and cost-effective end-to-end services to succeed the International Space Station (ISS). This will ensure NASA has a sustained human presence in LEO for Crew members to perform science and exploration. As part of this service, the Contractor(s) will design, build, and operate the Commercial LEO Destination (CLD) which covers all aspects of development and certification, including design, manufacturing, demonstration/testing, qualification, production, transportation vehicles, including operational missions (cargo/crew) and utilization activities post CLD certification. This DRFP is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government, nor will the Government pay for the information submitted in response. The Government may not respond to questions/concerns submitted. The Government will use the information to finalize the RFP as necessary. All comments or questions must be submitted electronically via email to Ashley Chaves at jsc-cldc@mail.nasa.gov, no later than July 24, 2026 at 8:00am Central. When responding reference "80JSC026R0021 DRFP". 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 If a solicitation is released, then it and any additional documents will be available on Sam.gov. It is the offeror's responsibility to monitor this website for the release of the solicitation and amendments (if any). Potential offerors will be responsible for downloading their own copy of the solicitation and amendments, if any. NASA intends to publicize a listing of respondents to facilitate teaming arrangements. Should your firm desire not to be included in this listing, clearly indicate this desire in your response. DRFP Pre-Proposal Conference: The DRFP Pre-Proposal Conference for this solicitation will be held on Thursday, July 9, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CT via Microsoft Teams. Attendance at the DRFP pre-proposal conference is recommended; however, attendance is neither required nor a prerequisite for proposal submission. No recordings of any kind are permitted. Participation is limited to a total of ten (10) individuals from each company/team. Please RSVP for the Pre-Proposal Conference by Wednesday July 8, 2026, 12:00 p.m. CT by sending an email to the following address: jsc-cldc@mail.nasa.gov. The RSVP email must include the following: Subject Line: CLDC DRFP Pre-Proposal Conference RSVP Full company name Company address SAM Unique Entity ID and Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code Company point of contact name, phone number, and email address Company size/type (e.g., Large Business, Small Business, Women-Owned Small Business, etc.) Names, position descriptions, and email addresses of attendees (no more than ten (10) individuals may represent any party or team of parties) Indication of your company’s desire to be added to the Interested Parties list, which will be publicly available on the Sam.gov. A confirmation email will be sent to acknowledge your reservation(s) and provide further instructions. NASA anticipates releasing the DRFP Pre-Proposal Conference charts prior to the DRFP Pre-Proposal Conference. Please continue to monitor this SAM.gov posting for updates on the release of any documents. One-on-One Meetings: The Government will offer one-on-one communication opportunities for Prime Offerors and Transportation Providers from Monday, July 13, 2026, through Wednesday, July 15, 2026. These meetings will be conducted in person at the Gilruth Center with a virtual participation option. The exact meeting location will be provided to companies upon confirmation of their scheduled time slot. Participation is limited to eight (8) representatives per company/team for in‑person attendance, with additional representatives able to join virtually. RSVP Instructions Companies must RSVP for the one-on-one meetings no later than 2:00 PM Central Time on Thursday, July 9, 2026, by emailing jsc-cldc@mail.nasa.gov. The RSVP email must include: Company name, address, primary point of contact information, and SAM Unique Entity ID If requesting a one-on-one meeting: Names and position titles/descriptions of up to 8 attendees Contact information for each attendee Requested meeting date and time Questions regarding this notice should also be submitted to jsc-cldc@mail.nasa.gov. To facilitate engagement with industry, NASA personnel will conduct one-on-one meetings with individual companies. These sessions will be structured as Question-and-Answer (Q&A) discussions only; formal presentations are not permitted. Permitted Discussion Topics The following topics may be addressed during the meetings: The general purpose of the procurement Publicly available information related to the CLDC acquisition including the Draft RFP Federal procurement processes as defined by the FAR, NASA FAR Supplement (NFS), or other official policy documents Previously released procurement-specific information Prohibited Discussion Topics The following topics will not be discussed: Proprietary or confidential business information of any entity Privacy Act–protected information (e.g., personal data of contractor employees) Trade Secrets Act–protected information Speculation regarding proposal expectations Government preferences or emphasis beyond what is publicly available Incumbent contractor performance Additional Information A confirmation email will be sent to acknowledge reservations and provide further instructions. Recording of any kind is strictly prohibited during one-on-one sessions. It is the responsibility of all potential offerors to monitor official websites for updates related to this acquisition. | Market Research | 336414 | No Set-Aside | 09/21/2026 | 07/27/2026 | Houston, TX |
Additional Details
Solicitation Number
WILDIRIS
Archive Date
Jun 23, 2026
Office Address
KIRTLAND AFB, NM, 87117-0001