Opportunity
SAM #80NSSC26938539Q
NASA Sole Source: Outdoor Leadership and Team Building Expedition Training for Astronaut Candidates
Buyer
NASA Shared Services Center
Posted
July 27, 2026
Respond By
July 30, 2026
Identifier
80NSSC26938539Q
NAICS
611699, 611430
NASA is seeking vendors capable of providing a 10-day Outdoor Leadership and Team Building Expedition Training for up to 16 astronaut candidates and crew members: - NASA Astronaut Office Training Branch requires the training to take place in remote wilderness near Lander, Wyoming, from September 8–17, 2026 - The course focuses on leadership, teamwork, communication, group dynamics, and decision-making - Instructors must have extensive wilderness expedition experience, risk management expertise, and medical certifications (CPR, Wilderness First Responder) - Tuition includes a comprehensive equipment package (insulated clothing, camping gear, water treatment system) - NASA/NSSC intends to award a sole source contract to the NATIONAL OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP SCHOOL (NOLS), but is accepting capability statements from other qualified organizations until July 30, 2026 - The procurement is classified under NAICS code 611430 and follows FAR Part 12 commercial item procedures - No specific part numbers are listed; the opportunity is for a bundled training service and equipment package - Interested vendors must demonstrate qualifications and relevant experience in similar expedition training - The government may proceed with the sole source award if no suitable alternatives are identified
Description
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