Thermal Loop Fluid System Design & Integration

The contract pertains to the design and integration of a closed-loop fluid system for the Life Support and Crew Guidance system’s thermal regulation during extravehicular activities, with a focus on managing flow dynamics and heat rejection under varying metabolic loads experienced by astronauts. This system is critical for maintaining optimal body temperature in the harsh environment of space, ensuring crew safety and mission success by precisely controlling heat exchange within the suit. The effort requires advanced engineering expertise in fluid mechanics, thermal management, and systems integration tailored to the unique constraints of spacewalking operations. The work is being procured as a subcontract under NASA’s Shared Services Center, with performance centered in Houston, Texas, at a facility associated with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. The solicitation was posted on April 30, 2026, and responses are due by May 5, 2026, indicating a tight turnaround for technical proposals. The North American Industry Classification System code 334516 identifies this as a scope aligned with instrumentation and control manufacturing, suggesting the involvement of specialized hardware and sensor integration. The urgency and specificity of the requirements imply a high degree of technical rigor and demonstrated capability in space suit life support systems are essential for successful proposal submission.