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Payload Integration and Testing Services

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Response Deadline09/23/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for Payload Integration and Testing Services supports George Mason University and NASA Landdot Mission projects by integrating astrophysics payloads into spacecraft buses for prime contractors. The scope of work includes mechanical, electrical, and thermal integration, the development of the Spacecraft-Payload Interface Control Document, and the execution of GEVS environmental testing. To successfully deliver an integrated spacecraft with verified payload functionality, the provider must utilize specialized cleanroom facilities along with thermal vacuum and vibration equipment. The opportunity was posted on September 4, 2026, with a response deadline of September 23, 2026. It is categorized under NAICS code 541330 and is managed by George Mason University in Virginia.

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Subcontract for NASA Landdot payload integration and testing services managed by George Mason University.

Agency

Virginia → George Mason UniversityView Agency

NAICS

541330 - Engineering ServicesView NAICS

Place of Performance

TBD, VA, USA

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Documents

This scope was carved out of GMU-KS0903-26.

The full solicitation package (5 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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RFP GMU-KS0903-26 RIDM LANDHOLT Spacecraft Platform

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PostedSep 4

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Response DeadlineSep 23

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09/23/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTCin 17 days

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AgencyVirginia → George Mason University

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Performs integration of astrophysics payloads into spacecraft buses for prime contractors on George Mason University/NASA Landolt Mission projects. Executes mechanical, electrical, and thermal integration, develops the Spacecraft-Payload Interface Control Document (ICD), and conducts GEVS environmental testing. Requires cleanroom facilities and thermal vacuum (TVAC) and vibration equipment. Delivers an integrated spacecraft with verified payload functionality.

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