Saturation and Helmet Diving Operations

This contract involves the execution of saturation and helmet diving operations to support analog space missions under the direction of NASA Johnson Space Center. The work includes comprehensive dive planning, real-time safety monitoring, and the simulation of underwater extravehicular activities that replicate the conditions of spacewalks, serving as critical training and testing environments for astronaut protocols and equipment performance. All operations must be conducted with rigorous adherence to safety standards and mission objectives to ensure the validity of data collected and the readiness of crew procedures for actual space missions. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 237990 and is set to be performed in Houston, Texas, with the response deadline for submissions on August 21, 2026. The work must align with NASA’s requirements for high-fidelity underwater simulation to support human spaceflight readiness, and the successful contractor will be expected to manage all logistical, technical, and operational aspects of dive missions, including equipment, personnel, and environmental controls necessary for prolonged underwater stays. There is no set-aside designation indicated, and all eligible entities may compete for this opportunity.