# SAM #NOI_NASA_KSC_2026_0003

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

**Buyer:** Kennedy Space Center
**Posted:** November 04, 2026
**Respond By:** November 20, 2026
**Identifier:** NOI_NASA_KSC_2026_0003
**NAICS:** 531190

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

<p><strong>Notification of Intent to Sole Source</strong></p>

<p>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).</p>

<p>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.</p>

<p>NASA has received strong interest from a long-standing commercial partner and tenant to occupy the currently under-utilized land to support NASA&rsquo;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.</p>

<p>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.</p>

<p>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.</p>

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