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Habitable Worlds Observatory Instrument Concept Assessments in NASA Research Announcement (NRA): RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES IN SPACE AND EARTH SCIENCES (ROSES) 2025

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NASA Headquarters has issued solicitation NNH25ZDA001N-HWOICA for Habitable Worlds Observatory Instrument Concept Assessments as part of the Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences (ROSES) 2025 program. This special notice, posted on August 14, 2026, invites interested parties to review the full text of the announcement via the NSPIRES system to understand the specific requirements and objectives of the instrument concept assessments. The deadline for responses is October 15, 2026, at 3:59 AM. The primary point of contact for this opportunity is Megan Ansdell. Interested applicants are advised to monitor the NSPIRES page regularly for any amendments or clarifications provided by the Science Mission Directorate, particularly in the event of a NASA funding lapse occurring on or after October 1, 2026.

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NASA solicitation NNH25ZDA001N-HWOICA for Habitable Worlds Observatory assessments due October 15, 2026.

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National Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA HeadquartersView Agency

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54171

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DC

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ROSES-25 Amendment 69: Habitable Worlds Observatory Instrument Concept Assessments

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AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Headquarters
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OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20546, USA
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The attached PDF file labeled “1stEmail” is text that the NASA Solicitation and Proposal Integrated Review and Evaluation System (NSPIRES) sent to Science Mission Directorate (SMD) List Serv subscribers. This “1stEmail” attachment announces the release of the full text for NNH25ZDA001N-HWOICA as well as summarizes key information from the full text.


Visit the link below labeled “NSPIRES page for NNH25ZDA001N-HWOICA” to download the full text. SMD may periodically clarify or amend the solicitation or add other supporting documents. Interested parties should regularly visit the HWOICA NSPIRES page to stay up-to-date on any such changes. In the event of a NASA funding lapse on or after 1 October 2026, please visit NSPIRES.

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NAICS: 236220
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Tenant Improvement Construction and RenovationThe contract entails the renovation and buildout of approximately 200,000 square feet of office space at NASA Headquarters in Washington, encompassing the construction and modification of an auditorium, exhibition areas, and a loading dock to comply with federal standards and enhanced security protocols. The scope of work is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 236220 for commercial and institutional building construction, with all improvements designed to meet stringent regulatory and operational requirements specific to federal facilities. The project demands high precision in execution to align with the agency’s mission-critical environment, including structural, mechanical, and security system integrations. The solicitation was posted on July 17, 2026, with responses due by August 28, 2026, at 9:00 PM Eastern Time. While no set-aside designation or additional contracting details are specified, the contract is intended for qualified subcontractors capable of delivering complex tenant improvements within a federally governed facility. The place of performance is centralized at NASA Headquarters in Washington, requiring contractors to navigate federal site protocols, security clearances, and coordination with agency stakeholders throughout construction. All work must be completed in accordance with federal building codes and security directives applicable to high-security government environments.
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