SAM #FFRDC-26-RFI-SSN

NASA RFI for Management and Operation of Jet Propulsion Laboratory FFRDC

NASA is seeking information from qualified entities for a future competitive procurement to manage and operate the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC). - Opportunity is for comprehensive management and operational services at JPL - Includes research and development, mission operations, deep space communication, facility management, IT, environmental management, logistics, outreach, and emergency services - NASA is the sole government buyer; no specific vendors or OEMs are named - No specific products, part numbers, or purchase quantities are listed - The anticipated contract start date is October 1, 2028, with a 10-year period of performance - Procurement schedule includes draft RFP in Q1 2027, final RFP in Q2 2027, proposals due Q3 2027, and award in Q1 2028 - NASA requests input on procurement strategies and capability statements from interested parties - This is a Request for Information/Sources Sought Notice (RFI/SSN), not a solicitation for bids

Description

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is hereby soliciting information regarding potential sources for a new competitive procurement for the management and operation of NASA’s Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory. NASA is also seeking input regarding potential procurement strategies.

See the attachment titled "2026 08 03 FFRDC RFI-SSN" for complete details. Additional Links:FFRDC Competitive Procurement Website

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