Program Analysis and Control (PAAC V)
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONUS

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT (R408)

Set Aside

8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) (8A)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/864fa1004bf14144aee49c34fec57017/view
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    Description

    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking to extend the performance period of the Program Analysis and Control (PAAC V) contract, currently held by ASRC Federal System Solutions, for an additional ten months while increasing its maximum ordering value. This contract provides critical services such as accounting, planning, scheduling, and configuration management across multiple NASA facilities, addressing unforeseen delays that have impacted mission timelines. The proposed increase of $130 million will raise the contract's total maximum value from $526.24 million to $656.24 million, ensuring uninterrupted support until a follow-on competitive contract can be awarded. Interested organizations may submit qualifications, but NASA retains discretion over the decision to proceed with competitive bidding; for further inquiries, contact Michelle Delaney at michelle.a.delaney@nasa.gov or call 301-286-3010.

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    Michelle Delaney
    (301) 286-3010
    michelle.a.delaney@nasa.gov
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    PAAC V Synopsis.docx
    NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) plans to extend the performance period of Contract 80GSFC20D0001 for an additional ten months and increase its maximum ordering value. The PAAC V contract, with ASRC Federal System Solutions, provides essential services such as accounting, planning, scheduling, and configuration management across multiple NASA facilities. The extension responds to unforeseen delays affecting mission timelines and aims to secure uninterrupted support until a follow-on competitive contract is awarded. The proposed increase of $130 million raises the contract's total maximum value from $526.24 million to $656.24 million. This sole-source procurement is justified as ASRC is the only contractor capable of meeting GSFC’s urgent needs without disrupting operations. Interested organizations can submit qualifications, but the government retains discretion over the decision to proceed with competitive bidding. Supplementary communication guidelines and an ombudsman contact are also provided, ensuring transparency and adherence to procurement regulations.
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