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This Government Contract opportunity from National Aeronautics And Space Administration was posted on September 3, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Optical Instrument Concept Design & Trade Study

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This subcontract with NASA Headquarters focuses on the conceptual design and trade-off analysis for space-based observatory instruments supporting HWO-ICA projects. The selected provider will analyze instrument trade spaces to identify innovative configurations and perform feasibility studies on optical architectures and paths. Technical execution requires high-fidelity optical modeling using software such as Zemax and Code V, as well as strict adherence to NASA pre-formulation standards. The primary deliverables for this effort include detailed instrument concept assessment reports and comprehensive trade-off matrices. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 541330 and was posted on September 3, 2026, with a response deadline of October 15, 2026.

General Info

NASA subcontract for HWO-ICA space observatory instrument conceptual design and optical trade-off analysis.

Agency

National Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Headquarters

NAICS

541330 - Engineering Services

Place of Performance

DC

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of NNH25ZDA001N-HWOICA.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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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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AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Headquarters
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Performs conceptual design and trade-off analysis for space-based observatory instruments for prime contractors on NASA Headquarters HWO-ICA projects. Analyzes the instrument trade space to identify innovative configurations and conducts feasibility studies on optical paths and architectures. Utilizes high-fidelity optical modeling software such as Zemax and Code V. Requires expertise in NASA pre-formulation standards. Delivers instrument concept assessment reports and trade-off matrices.

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