A--EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGY DEMONSTRATION AND NATIONAL LAB UTILIZATION ENHANCEMENTS

This contract modification to NNJ13ZBG001N updates the NASA NRA to incorporate two new key focus areas that support the commercialization of space activities centered around the International Space Station (ISS). The first focus area invites proposals for innovative, nontraditional commercial and marketing uses of the ISS, leveraging agency-reserved resources such as cargo capacity and crew time that are available for purchase by U.S. entities. This effort is part of NASA’s broader strategy to foster a sustainable economy in low-Earth orbit. The second focus area seeks proposals to enable private astronaut missions, defined as U.S.-led commercial missions involving private astronauts conducting activities onboard the ISS or an attached commercial segment, transported by a U.S. commercial launch vehicle dedicated to the mission. NASA plans to select up to two such private astronaut missions annually based on scheduling feasibility. Proposals must be submitted according to the deadlines specified in the NRA, which can be accessed electronically via NSPIRES. Points of contact for this contract include Contracting Officers Colleen L. King and Kelly Rubio. This solicitation emphasizes exploration technology demonstration and national lab utilization enhancements aligned with NASA's efforts to expand commercial participation in space activities, opening opportunities for private sector innovation and engagement aboard the ISS.