Commercial Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Development Program Phase 2 Industry Acquisition Update
ID: 80JSC025CLDPacquisitionUPDATE2024DECType: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA JOHNSON SPACE CENTERHOUSTON, TX, 77058, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

SPACE R&D SERVICES; SPACE FLIGHT, RESEARCH AND SUPPORTING ACTIVITIES; BASIC RESEARCH (AR11)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/9f9407c26d944177915647475e32105f/view
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    Description

    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking industry input for the Commercial Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Development Program Phase 2, aimed at acquiring end-to-end mission services from commercial LEO operators. This initiative is crucial as NASA prepares for the retirement of the International Space Station, emphasizing the need for private industry to provide routine utilization of LEO and maintain a continuous U.S. presence in space. Interested parties are invited to submit written questions and comments to refine NASA's acquisition strategy, with a deadline of January 7, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST. For inquiries, contact Rogelio Curiel at rogelio.curiel-1@nasa.gov, and note that no solicitation currently exists; updates will be posted on SAM.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Rogelio Curiel
    rogelio.curiel-1@nasa.gov
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    CLDP Phase 2 Acquisition Industry Update.pdf
    The document outlines the Commercial Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Destination Phase 2 Certification and Services by NASA, detailing the agency's approach to acquiring end-to-end mission services from commercial LEO operators. Key services include crew training, payload processing, transport, and in-flight support, aiming to enhance collaboration with commercial partners while ensuring mission safety and objectives. The strategy emphasizes continuity of payload and transportation capabilities, indicating a mature low Earth orbit market. Upcoming initiatives include workshops and a virtual Industry Day for stakeholder engagement, addressing crucial topics like legal concerns, evaluation criteria, and minimum operational requirements. These interactions will gather industry feedback for refining program requirements. The overall acquisition schedule remains intact, with potential acceleration options under consideration. This document serves as an update in the context of federal RFPs and grants, highlighting NASA's commitment to involving the commercial sector in space endeavors while maintaining stringent safety regulations.
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