Analysis for Barge Pegasus
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Aeronautics And Space Administration (NASA), specifically the Marshall Space Flight Center, has issued a Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) for Analysis for Barge Pegasus. This justification supports a sole-source award to Bristol Harbor Group, Inc. (BHGI) to evaluate the deck strength of the NASA Barge Pegasus for increased loads from the Exploration Upper Stage (EUS)/Interstage assembly. This analysis is critical for the Artemis III project.
Scope of Work
- Update the evaluation of stress loads for deck strength at existing pad locations on the NASA Barge Pegasus.
- Assess the barge's capability to accommodate the addition of pedestal pads.
- Determine if the barge can safely support increased loads from the EUS/Interstage assembly.
- The analysis will inform decisions regarding potential redesign needs for the Pegasus barge.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Estimated Period of Performance: 5 weeks
- Estimated Cost: Not specified
- Published Date: February 13, 2026
- Place of Performance: FL, United States
Eligibility & Justification
This action is justified for other than full and open competition under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), citing only one responsible source. Market research was conducted, including a synopsis posted on SAM.gov from November 18-24, 2025, which yielded no responses from other companies.
Additional Notes
Bristol Harbor Group, Inc. is the original firm that performed modifications to the barge and possesses the necessary digital models and engineering data. Awarding to a new contractor would cause significant delays (estimated three times longer) and increased expenses due to the need to recreate data and analysis. Such delays could impact the project schedule for the shipment of the Artemis III in early 2026. The contracting officer has determined the anticipated cost will be fair and reasonable.
Contact Information
Primary Contact: Alicia Reynolds, alicia.r.reynolds@nasa.gov, 2565443107