LandSat Next (LNext) Spacecraft

The contract seeks to procure integrated spacecraft and observatory testing services for three Landsat Next observatories, with an option to extend the scope to include a fourth observatory. This effort is aimed at supporting the Landsat Next Project by ensuring the development, integration, and rigorous testing of advanced satellite systems capable of delivering high-quality Earth observation data. The work will encompass end-to-end spacecraft assembly, verification, and environmental testing to confirm operational readiness before launch, with all activities tied to NASA's long-term goals for continuous and enhanced land imaging capabilities. The award will be managed by NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center, part of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, under the NAICS code 336414 which corresponds to spacecraft manufacturing. The point of contact for inquiries is Ayana A. Briscoe, and the forecast was published on May 25, 2026, indicating this is a pre-solicitation notice intended to prepare industry for the upcoming procurement process. Although specific performance locations and set-aside details are not provided, the contract will be executed in support of national Earth science objectives, requiring high standards in engineering, quality control, and system validation across all contracted work.