SWFO-L1 Spacecraft

The contract pertains to the development of the Space Weather Follow On - Lagrange 1 (SWFO-L1) spacecraft, managed by NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC). The solicitation, identified as nasa-a83a3ee57c9cb8e9 and posted on October 1, 2024, focuses on the acquisition of a spacecraft designed to monitor and study space weather phenomena from the Lagrange 1 point, a strategic position for solar observation. This initiative falls under the NAICS code 927110, which covers space research and technology programs. No specific set-aside classifications are applied to this contract, implying it is open to a broad range of contractors without preference for small businesses or other designated groups. The place of performance and further logistical details are yet to be determined, highlighting the early stage of this solicitation. Points of contact for this opportunity include Eugene D. Guerrero-Martin for general inquiries and Kandace P. Chappell as the Small Business Specialist, providing resources for potential contractors. The contract is part of NASA's ongoing efforts to enhance space weather forecasting capabilities, critical for protecting satellite operations, communications, and power grids on Earth from solar events. Information and updates about the procurement can be accessed through NASA's procurement forecast website.