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This Government Contract opportunity from National Aeronautics And Space Administration was posted on May 7, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Parachute Inspection, Testing & Certification Services

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The contract calls for comprehensive independent inspection, functional testing, and certification of parachute systems to verify airworthiness and adherence to stringent safety standards before final delivery. These services are critical to ensuring the reliability and performance of parachutes used in NASA missions, with all work required to meet industry and federal aviation safety benchmarks. The contractor must conduct detailed evaluations throughout the production and assembly process, documenting every step to confirm compliance and readiness for operational use. Work under this subcontract is to be performed at Edwards, California, with a response deadline of May 14, 2026. The contract falls under NAICS code 541380, indicating it is in the category of scientific and technical consulting services. The awarding agency is the NASA Shared Services Center, acting on behalf of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and the subcontract is intended to support critical aerospace operations where failure is not an option. All deliverables must be fully documented and certified prior to acceptance, ensuring that every parachute system meets the highest standards for mission-critical applications.

General Info

Independent inspection, testing, and certification of parachute systems for NASA aerospace safety compliance in Edwards, California.

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services

Place of Performance

Edwards, CA, 93523, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 80NSSC26932023Q.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Butler Parachute W/HX400 (custom fit).

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AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Shared Services Center
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Independent inspection, functional testing, and certification of parachute systems to ensure airworthiness and compliance with safety standards prior to delivery.

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