Part of National Aeronautics And Space Administration
The NASA Glenn Research Center focuses on advanced aerospace research and development, with a strategic emphasis on power systems and nuclear reactor capabilities. Their core mission involves the design, engineering, and safety assurance of complex aerospace power systems, specifically through initiatives like the Space Power and Reactor Capabilities (SPARC) program.
NASA Glenn Research Center is a government agency with procurement activity across contracts, awards, and contractors. It currently has 23 open contract opportunities.
Spending trends, top contractors, industry breakdown, and recent contract activity.
AI Mission Profile
The NASA Glenn Research Center focuses on advanced aerospace research and development, with a strategic emphasis on power systems and nuclear reactor capabilities. Their core mission involves the design, engineering, and safety assurance of complex aerospace power systems, specifically through initi...
The NASA Glenn Research Center focuses on advanced aerospace research and development, with a strategic emphasis on power systems and nuclear reactor capabilities. Their core mission involves the design, engineering, and safety assurance of complex aerospace power systems, specifically through initiatives like the Space Power and Reactor Capabilities (SPARC) program. Key priorities include nuclear reactor system engineering, regulatory compliance and licensing, and the development of reactor control software, supported by the construction and maintenance of specialized facilities such as the Aerospace Power Systems Laboratory.
Procurement patterns are heavily weighted toward high-level scientific research and development, engineering services, and technical consulting. The agency frequently procures specialized manufacturing for measuring devices, metal tanks, and electronic components, alongside critical infrastructure support including facilities management and industrial gas manufacturing. Recent activity indicates a reliance on subcontracts for highly technical tasks such as cybersecurity for unclassified IT systems and integrated master schedule development.
The agency primarily targets vendors within the physical, engineering, and life sciences R&D sector, as well as professional engineering and management consulting categories. There is a strong preference for small business participation, with significant utilization of SBA and 8(a) set-asides, as well as targeted opportunities for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) and HubZone (HZC) certified firms.
Operating under the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, this center functions as a specialized research hub. Its organizational scope encompasses a blend of large-scale facility construction, precision instrument manufacturing, and professional technical services, utilizing a mix of full and open competitions, set-aside contracts, and subcontracting vehicles to execute its mission.
Procurement Analytics
Where NASA Glenn Research Center directs its contract spending, by industry and small-business set-aside program.
Senate-confirmed and senior-executive posts at NASA Glenn Research Center and its sub-agencies, as published in the OPM Plum Book. These are leadership positions, not total employees.
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Recent NASA Glenn Research Center Contracts
The latest contract opportunities posted by this agency, including active solicitations and recent awards.
