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This Government Contract opportunity from National Aeronautics And Space Administration was posted on July 9, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Lightning Physics and Atmospheric Science Research Support

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This contract seeks to advance scientific understanding of lightning behavior and atmospheric phenomena through targeted research aimed at refining NASA’s Lightning Launch Commit Criteria for enhanced launch safety. The work will involve rigorous analysis of electrical discharges, storm dynamics, and related atmospheric conditions to identify patterns and risks that may impact rocket launches, with the ultimate goal of improving the accuracy and reliability of safety thresholds used during launch preparations. The research is expected to integrate observational data, modeling techniques, and field studies to generate actionable insights that inform updated procedural guidelines. The subcontract is issued under NAICS code 541715, indicating it is focused on research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. It is managed by the NASA Shared Services Center on behalf of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, with responses due by July 14, 2026. While specific location details for performance or contact are not provided, the work must align with NASA’s operational requirements and safety standards, and successful proposers will be expected to deliver scientifically valid recommendations that directly support mission-critical launch decisions. The urgency of the timeline underscores the importance of timely, high-quality research to maintain the integrity of launch operations in increasingly complex weather environments.

General Info

Research to improve NASA’s lightning launch safety criteria through atmospheric and electrical discharge analysis.

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

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Documents

This scope was carved out of 80NSSC26936497Q.

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Lightning Advisory Panel (LAP) and further development and evaluation of the Lightning Launch Commit Criteria (LLCC)

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AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Shared Services Center
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Conduct scientific research on lightning behavior and atmospheric phenomena to support updates to NASA's Lightning Launch Commit Criteria (LLCC) for launch safety.

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