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Propulsion & Thermal Control Systems Engineering

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Submission Closed09/10/2026, 08:00:00 PM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

This subcontract for Propulsion and Thermal Control Systems Engineering supports the Naval Research Laboratory within the Department of Defense. The scope of work involves the development, testing, and maintenance of space vehicle propulsion, Reaction Control Systems, Attitude Control Systems, and Thermal Control Systems for prime contractors. Key responsibilities include performing trade studies, designing electro-mechanical devices, correlating test results with analysis, and delivering thermal control specifications and propulsion test reports. The project is based in Washington, DC, and falls under NAICS code 541715. Interested parties must respond by September 10, 2026, following the posting date of August 26, 2026.

General Info

Subcontract for propulsion and thermal control systems engineering supporting the Naval Research Laboratory.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Naval Research Laboratory

NAICS

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

Place of Performance

Washington, DC, 20375, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of N00173-26-RFI-CT01.

The full solicitation package (3 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Space and Spacecraft Systems Design

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Timeline

PhaseClosed

PostedAug 26

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Response DeadlineSep 10

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Submission Closed

09/10/2026, 08:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Naval Research Laboratory

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Naval Research Laboratory

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Full Description

Develops, tests, and maintains space vehicle propulsion, Reaction Control Systems (RCS), Attitude Control Systems (ACS), and Thermal Control Systems (TCS) for prime contractors on Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) projects. Performs trade studies, detailed design of electro-mechanical devices, and correlates test results with analysis. Delivers thermal control specifications and propulsion test reports.