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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