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Space Launch Services

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Response Deadline12/02/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTC

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The Space Launch Services subcontract, managed by NASA Headquarters, focuses on providing launch vehicles and comprehensive launch operations for prime contractors on NASA Science Mission Directorate projects. The scope of work includes managing launch site coordination, fairing integration, and the execution of the launch sequence utilizing specialized ground support equipment and rocket vehicles to ensure the successful orbital insertion of the observatory. All operations must strictly adhere to FAA launch licenses as well as NASA and Space Force range safety requirements. This opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 336411 and is based in Washington, DC. The solicitation was posted on September 2, 2026, with a response deadline set for December 2, 2026.

General Info

NASA subcontract for launch vehicles and operations for Science Mission Directorate orbital projects.

Agency

National Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Headquarters

NAICS

336411 - Aircraft Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Washington, DC, 20546, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of NNH26ZDA015L.

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

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Announcement for Partnership Proposals: Atmospheric Exploration Observatory

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Timeline

PostedSep 2

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Response DeadlineDec 2

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Response Deadline

12/02/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTCin about 1 month

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AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Headquarters

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Organization / AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Headquarters

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Full Description

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Provides the launch vehicle and manages launch operations for prime contractors on NASA Science Mission Directorate projects. Performs launch site coordination, fairing integration, and execution of the launch sequence using rocket launch vehicles and ground support equipment. Complies with FAA launch licenses and NASA/Space Force range safety requirements. Delivers successful orbital insertion of the observatory.

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