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Avionics & Flight Software Development

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Response Deadline12/08/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for Avionics and Flight Software Development supports NASA Johnson Space Center projects focused on Commercial LEO Destinations. The scope of work involves the development of flight control software, GNC systems, and onboard computer architectures for prime contractors. Key technical responsibilities include software requirements analysis, coding, and verification and validation conducted in accordance with DRD CLDC-102, while ensuring all hardware complies with GEIA-STD-0005-1 lead-free solder standards. The project aims to deliver fully certified flight software and integrated avionics hardware, with performance based in Houston. Interested parties should note the response deadline of December 8, 2026, for this effort categorized under NAICS code 541511.

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Agency

National Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Johnson Space Center

NAICS

541511 - Custom Computer Programming Services

Place of Performance

Houston, TX, USA

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Documents

This scope was carved out of 80JSC027R0004.

The full solicitation package (20 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Commercial Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Destination Contract (CLDC) Request for Proposal

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Timeline

PostedOct 15

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Response DeadlineDec 8

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AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Johnson Space Center

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Organization / AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Johnson Space Center

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Develops flight control software, GNC systems, and onboard computer architectures for prime contractors on NASA Commercial LEO Destination projects. Performs software requirements analysis, coding, and V&V per DRD CLDC-102. Complies with GEIA-STD-0005-1 lead-free solder standards. Delivers certified flight software and integrated avionics hardware.

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