Award
Definitive Contract #80GSFC21C0011
Lockheed Martin Corporation's Definitive Contract for the Multi-Slit Solar Explorer (MUSE) Mission Phase A
Buyer
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Award Amount
$220,462,628.03
Ceiling
$220,462,628.03
Period of Performance
Apr 26, 2021 – Jul 01, 2027
Identifier
80GSFC21C0011
NAICS
541715
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) awarded a definitive contract for the Multi-Slit Solar Explorer (MUSE) mission to Lockheed Martin Corporation, with a total value of $105,313,213.03. The purpose of this contract is to support various phases of the MUSE mission, including the design and development of critical camera subsystems and telescope assemblies. Lockheed Martin Corporation, a leading global aerospace and defense company, is responsible for integrating advanced technologies essential for space exploration. This contract was awarded under full and open competition, and no set-aside designation was utilized, as Lockheed Martin qualifies as other than a small business. Notable subcontractors include Utah State University's Space Dynamics Laboratory, providing crucial camera electronics and engineering services, and the Smithsonian Institution who support telescope assembly efforts. The significance of this contract lies in its support for NASA's ongoing efforts to advance space science through innovative observational technologies.
Description
MULTI-SLIT SOLAR EXPLORER (MUSE) MISSION