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Spacecraft Bus & Structure Fabrication

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Response Deadline12/08/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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The Spacecraft Bus and Structure Fabrication subcontract, managed by the NASA Johnson Space Center, involves the production of primary structural elements, pressure vessels, and chassis for Commercial LEO Destination projects. The scope of work includes precision machining, the assembly of pressurized modules, and the welding of aerospace-grade alloys to deliver flight-ready components. All work must be performed in strict accordance with SAE AS9100 and NASA-STD-8739.8 standards. This opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 336413 and will be performed in Houston. The solicitation was posted on October 15, 2026, with a response deadline set for December 8, 2026.

General Info

Agency

National Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Johnson Space Center

NAICS

336413 - Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Houston, TX, USA

Set-Aside

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Documents

This scope was carved out of 80JSC027R0004.

The full solicitation package (20 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Commercial Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Destination Contract (CLDC) Request for Proposal

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Timeline

PostedOct 15

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Response DeadlineDec 8

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Response Deadline

12/08/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTCin about 2 months

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AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Johnson Space Center

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Organization / AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Johnson Space Center

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Fabricates primary structural elements, pressure vessels, and chassis for prime contractors on NASA Commercial LEO Destination projects. Performs precision machining, welding of aerospace-grade alloys, and assembly of pressurized modules. Adheres to SAE AS9100 and NASA-STD-8739.8 standards. Delivers flight-ready structural modules and pressure vessels.

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