Intent to Sole Source 3 acres of land at Kennedy Space Center

NASA intends to sole source an Enhanced Use Lease for approximately three acres of underutilized land adjacent to the Turn Basin at Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, Florida, to a long-standing commercial tenant currently operating on the site. The purpose of the lease is to expand existing barge storage and maintenance operations that support the delivery of out-sized cargo critical to NASA’s mission, thereby advancing the commercial space economy and maximizing public benefit. The solicitation, identified as NOI_NASA_KSC_2026_0002, was posted on May 8, 2026, with responses due by May 29, 2026, to assess whether additional market interest exists and to determine the best value arrangement for the government. If no competing interest arises, NASA will proceed with negotiations and execute a real estate instrument and related cooperation agreements with the identified tenant. The lease operates under NASA’s authority to utilize federal property for non-governmental purposes that align with national space policy and generate public value. No set-aside provisions apply, and the acquisition is not subject to socioeconomic preferences. While the land’s location, use case, and intent to sole source are clearly defined, specific financial terms, lease duration, inspection criteria, packaging requirements, payment details, or formal contract clauses are not yet established and remain under negotiation. The contracting office is located at Kennedy Space Center, Florida, with Michael Fuchs designated as the primary point of contact for inquiries.