Ground Handling Cart Fabrication

This subcontract opportunity involves the design and fabrication of a specialized ground handling cart intended for the safe transport, storage, and ground operations of an aerodynamic test pod. The project is managed by NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center and is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, targeting small businesses qualified under NAICS code 332999. The solicitation was posted on May 19, 2026, and responses are due by June 3, 2026. The contract emphasizes the development of a custom solution that ensures the secure handling and operational support of the aerodynamic test pod during various phases on the ground. The scope includes both the engineering design and physical fabrication of the cart to meet NASA’s stringent safety and operational requirements. Specific details on the place of performance and point of contact were not provided, but the opportunity is accessible for eligible small business entities interested in supporting NASA’s flight research initiatives.