This Enhanced Use Lease outlines the terms between NASA and a tenant for leasing Parcel 7 at the George C. Marshall Space Flight Center. The lease, authorized by 51 U.S.C. § 20145, is for five acres and has an initial term of ten years, with options for two additional ten-year extensions. The tenant is responsible for all maintenance, repairs, and environmental compliance, including adherence to federal, state, and local laws, and NASA policies. Permitted uses are limited to aerospace-related administrative, integration, assembly, and light manufacturing functions. The tenant must secure all necessary environmental permits, manage regulated waste under NASA's EPA ID, and comply with strict construction and environmental guidelines, including LEED Silver certification for new facilities. All improvements require NASA's approval, and the tenant is liable for any environmental contamination caused during occupancy.
This Reimbursable Space Act Umbrella Agreement outlines a partnership between NASA George C. Marshall Space Flight Center (NASA MSFC) and a tenant for reimbursable support services for Lease Parcel 7. The agreement establishes a framework for executing annexes, with an initial annex to be signed concurrently. All services are fully reimbursable, and the Partner agrees to make advance payments. The agreement details responsibilities for both parties, a flexible schedule with milestones, and payment methods. It also addresses crucial aspects such as priority of use for NASA, non-exclusivity, liability waivers (except for willful misconduct), and intellectual property rights, including data and invention rights. Strict guidelines are provided for the use of NASA's name and emblems, public information release, disclaimers of warranty and endorsement, and compliance with federal laws and regulations, including export control and telecommunications equipment restrictions. The agreement has a five-year term or until obligations are complete, with provisions for unilateral termination and survival of certain obligations. Dispute resolution procedures and modification protocols are also outlined.
This Reimbursable Space Act Agreement between NASA George C. Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) and a Tenant outlines the provision of both required and optional support services for Lease Parcel 7 on a fully reimbursable basis. The agreement details responsibilities for both parties, including NASA MSFC providing services and the Tenant cooperating in developing requirements and submitting requests. Key articles cover financial obligations, with the Tenant reimbursing NASA an estimated cost in advance, and payment methods. The agreement also addresses priority of use, nonexclusivity, liability waivers, intellectual property rights for data and inventions, the use of NASA's name and emblems, public information release, disclaimers of warranty and endorsement, compliance with laws (including export control and Section 889 of the NDAA), the term of the agreement, and termination rights. Points of contact for management and technical matters are provided, along with procedures for dispute resolution and investigations of mishaps. Attachment A details reimbursable costs for utilities, operations & maintenance, emergency services, facility services, and other services, categorizing them as required or optional.
NASA's George C. Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) is soliciting proposals for the lease of Parcel 7, a 5.1-acre property within Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL. This Announcement for Proposals (AFP) seeks commercial or federal entities to lease and develop the land in a manner that complements MSFC's mission, contributes to U.S. commercial competitiveness in space and aerospace, and increases the user base at MSFC. The lease offers a 10-year base term with two 10-year options, and the property is available in its current condition with existing utilities. Proposers must demonstrate financial viability, provide a technical approach for land use and development, detail their experience in space/aerospace and facility construction, and outline the economic impact on the local economy. Proposals are due by January 5, 2026, and will be evaluated based on proposed annual rent, financial capability, technical approach, experience, and local economic impact. The AFP does not involve Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) procedures and will not result in federally funded contracts.
NASA's George C. Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) is soliciting proposals (AFP-MSFC-L7-2025) for a 10-year lease, with two 10-year options, of a 5.1-acre parcel (Parcel 7) at Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL. The goal is to lease underutilized land to commercial industry or federal entities whose activities complement MSFC's mission and enhance U.S. commercial competitiveness in space and/or aerospace. Proposals must detail planned use, development concepts, financial viability, relevant experience, and economic impact on the local economy. Eligible proposers are limited to U.S. Commercial Providers and U.S. Persons. The annual rent for Parcel 7 is between $77,444.38 and $110,209.31, escalating at 4.0% annually, plus reimbursement for MSFC support services. Proposals are due January 5, 2026, and will be evaluated based on proposed rent, financial capability, technical approach, experience, and local economic impact, in that order of importance.
NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) is soliciting proposals for the lease of Parcel 7, a 5.1-acre property within Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL. This Announcement for Proposals (AFP) seeks commercial or federal entities to lease and develop the land in a manner that complements NASA's mission, promotes U.S. commercial competitiveness in space and aerospace, and increases the user base at MSFC. The lease will have a 10-year base term with two 10-year options. Proposals must detail planned use, development concepts, financial viability, experience in space/aerospace, and economic impact. Ineligible proposers include foreign entities and those debarred from U.S. government business. The annual rent for Parcel 7 ranges from $77,444.38 to $110,209.31, escalating 4% annually. Proposals are due by January 05, 2025, and will be evaluated based on proposed rent, financial capability, technical approach, experience, and local economic impact, in that order of importance.