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NASA Launch Services (NLS III) Contract

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The NASA Launch Services (NLS III) Contract is an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) vehicle managed by the Kennedy Space Center. This contract is designed to acquire essential launch services specifically for NASA's high-value uncrewed science and exploration spacecraft. Classified under NAICS code 336414, the procurement is currently listed as a forecast with a posted date of April 1, 2028. While the specific place of performance is yet to be determined, the contract is administered by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration with Robert A. Stute serving as the primary point of contact.

General Info

NASA IDIQ contract for launch services of uncrewed science and exploration spacecraft.

Agency

National Aeronautics And Space Administration → Kennedy Space Center

NAICS

336414 - Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing

Place of Performance

TBD, Nationwide US, USA

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AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → Kennedy Space Center

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Organization / AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → Kennedy Space Center

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Stute Robert A

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Sims Tamara A

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NASA Launch Services (NLS III) Contract. IDIQ contract to acquire launch services for NASA's high value uncrewed spacecraft
NASA Launch Services (NLS III) Contract. IDIQ contract to acquire launch services for NASA's high value science and exploration space craft.

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