Test, Evaluation, and Support Team 4 (TEST4)
ID: TEST4_Industry_DayType: Special Notice
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA JOHNSON SPACE CENTERHOUSTON, TX, 77058, USA

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

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SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/8c1fc06e2e8f4e7185451266b0c2cf14/view
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    Description

    NASA's Johnson Space Center (JSC) is seeking industry participation for the Test, Evaluation, and Support Team 4 (TEST4) follow-on contract, which is anticipated to commence in February 2027. This procurement involves a five-year Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) hybrid contract that will cover various testing services related to rocket propulsion, oxygen systems, and hypervelocity impact testing, among others. The White Sands Test Facility (WSTF) plays a crucial role in supporting NASA's missions and other government agencies by providing specialized testing and evaluation services. Interested firms are invited to attend a site tour and one-on-one meetings scheduled for January 13-14, 2026, with registration required by January 7, 2026. For further inquiries, potential offerors can contact Regenia M. Goldsmith at jsc-wstf-test4@mail.nasa.gov.

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    Regenia M. Goldsmith
    jsc-wstf-test4@mail.nasa.gov
    John L. Leppala
    jsc-wstf-test4@mail.nasa.gov
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    TEST4 Industry Day Charts rev 1.pdf
    NASA's Johnson Space Center/White Sands Test Facility (WSTF) hosted an Industry Day for the Test Evaluation and Support Team 4 (TEST4) acquisition. The event provided an overview of the proposed TEST4 contract, aiming to promote competition and foster industry understanding of NASA's vision. The TEST4 contract, anticipated to begin in February 2027, is a 5-year Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) hybrid contract with both Cost Plus Award Fee and Firm-Fixed-Price Task Orders. It will cover rocket propulsion, oxygen systems, composite pressure systems, hypervelocity impact testing, propellant and aerospace fluids testing, spaceflight component services, and flight acceptance standard tests. NASA encouraged industry feedback and outlined a procurement schedule including a draft RFP in March 2026, a final RFP in April 2026, and an award in October 2026. One-on-one meetings and a site tour are scheduled for January 2026.
    TEST4 Industry Day Charts.pdf
    NASA's Johnson Space Center/White Sands Test Facility (WSTF) hosted an Industry Day for the Test Evaluation and Support Team 4 (TEST4) acquisition. The event provided an overview of the proposed TEST4 acquisition, work at WSTF, and promoted competition. Key topics included WSTF's mission in testing materials and propulsion systems, its core capabilities in rocket propulsion, oxygen systems, and hypervelocity impact testing, and its customer base including NASA programs and other government agencies. The anticipated TEST4 contract, starting February 1, 2027, will be an Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) hybrid with Cost Plus Award Fee and Firm-Fixed-Price Task Orders. A draft Request for Proposal (RFP) is expected in March 2026, with the final RFP in April 2026 and award in October 2026. One-on-one meetings are scheduled for January 2026.
    TEST4 Industry Day Registration Form.xlsx
    The document outlines the registration requirements for the TEST4 Virtual Industry Day, an event likely related to government contracting opportunities such as RFPs or grants. Prospective attendees are required to provide essential company information, including company name, email address, phone number, business size, socioeconomic status, and CAGE Code. Additionally, the registration mandates the name of each attendee, limiting participation to a maximum of four individuals per company. This information collection facilitates event organization and ensures that participants meet specific criteria relevant to government procurement processes.
    TEST4 Site Tour Registration.xlsx
    The provided document outlines a registration form for a site tour and one-on-one meetings, likely associated with a government Request for Proposal (RFP) or a similar procurement process. The form collects essential participant information, including company name, email, phone number, and legal name of attendees. It also screens for Real ID compliance, US citizenship or legal permanent residency, and indicates participation in either the site tour or one-on-one meeting. The document specifies limits on the number of attendees per company for both the site tour (two) and one-on-one meetings (four). This registration process aims to manage access and gather necessary credentials for potential bidders or interested parties engaging with a government entity.
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