SAM #NOI_NASA_KSC_2026_0003

NASA KSC market inquiry for proposed 55-acre commercial space-testing land lease

NASA Kennedy Space Center is seeking market responses about a proposed lease of land for commercial space-engine testing. - Agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Kennedy Space Center (KSC). - Opportunity: Proposed sole-source Enhanced Use Lease (EUL) for approximately 55 acres of under-utilized land south of Schwartz Road at KSC. - Intended use: Operational testing of second-stage and payload engine capabilities, supporting the commercial space economy and NASA’s mission. - Market response: NASA is assessing whether other parties are interested and whether, to whom, and on what terms the land should be leased. Responses are due November 20, 2026. - Proposed tenant: Described as a long-standing commercial partner and current tenant; not identified in the notice. - Products and OEMs: No products, quantities, part numbers, or manufacturers are specified. Any lease or related agreements remain subject to due diligence and negotiations.

Description

Notification of Intent to Sole Source

Announcement of intent to sole source for the use of approximately 55 acres of under-utilized land at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Kennedy Space Center (KSC).

NASA announces its intent to execute an Enhanced Use Lease (EUL) for the under-utilized acreage, located south of Schwartz Road on the Kennedy Space Center.

NASA has received strong interest from a long-standing commercial partner and tenant to occupy the currently under-utilized land to support NASA’s mission by advancing the commercial space economy. The proposed EUL is a reasonable expansion to a current tenant to support operational testing of second stage and payload engine capabilities.

Responses received by November 20, 2026, will be used to assess additional market interest and determine whether, to whom, and under what terms the facility may be out-granted to ensure best value to the Government. NASA will proceed in a manner that supports agency missions, U.S. national space policy, and maximizes public benefit.

If no other responses are received, and pending successful due diligence and negotiations, NASA may enter into a real estate instrument and related cooperation agreements with the proposed tenant for the use of the identified land.

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