Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) 2.0

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 1 to the Final RFP for Solicitation 80JSC026R0015.

This amendment modifies several sections of the original solicitation, including:

• Section B - Supplies or Services and Prices/Costs:
  • Clause B.6, JSC 52.216-90 IDIQ MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM ORDERING LIMITS (NOV 2018), is modified to state the Not to Exceed (NTE) amount as $15,000,000,000.
  • Clause I.3, 52.216-18 ORDERING, is modified to state that orders may be issued from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2041.

Bidders should review the updated sections, particularly regarding ordering periods and maximum ordering limits, when preparing their proposals.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to questions submitted by potential bidders regarding the CLPS2 Draft RFP (Release June 12, 2026).

• Pathway 2 Lander Requirements: A lander proposed under Pathway 2 must be engineered to softly touch down on the lunar surface; it does not need to be the same lander proposed for future Task Order RFTPs.
• SF-1449 Blocks: Offerors should complete only Blocks 12, 17, and 30 of the SF-1449, as stated in the table in Section L. Any additional blocks referenced on the form are part of general instructions and not required for this solicitation.
• Domestic Source Self-Certification (Box B): Offerors relying on Box B must have a prior determination from the Department of Transportation (DOT) verifying compliance with 51 U.S.C. § 50101 to be considered a US Commercial Provider. NASA may request documentation from DOT at any time.
• Small Business Subcontracting Plan (Attachment J-7): Small businesses are exempt from submitting Attachment J-7 and filling out Section H. Only large businesses are required to complete Section H.21 and submit Attachment J-7.
• OCI Avoidance Plan Submission: The Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI) Plan (Attachment J-1) should be submitted in Volume II (Responsibility). Volume III (Model Contract) requirements will be updated to reflect this.
• Question Due Date: The correct date for submitting questions is June 5, 2026. The May 29, 2026 date in Section L.12(b) was an error.
• Pathway Evaluation: Offerors will be evaluated against only one Pathway (1, 2, or 3) as specified in their proposal.
• Technical Volume Page Limit: The 50-page limit for the Technical Volume applies to the entire proposal, not per pathway.
• AI Use Disclosure: NASA is currently developing parameters for AI use disclosure. Until formal guidance is issued, contracting officers should disregard existing requirements for AI use disclosure in solicitations and contracts.
• Resident Office and Facilities: NASA may establish a resident office at contractor facilities, with up to two representatives. This requirement is defined at the task order level.
• Comptroller General Examination of Records: This clause is applicable to this FAR-based procurement as it was awarded using other than sealed bid procedures and exceeds the simplified acquisition threshold.
• Rights in Data (CLIN 1): Clause I.9 52.227-14 Rights in Data – General is applicable to orders performed under CLIN 1.

Several clarifications are noted, and some sections (e.g., OCI Plan submission, question due date, SF-1449 blocks, small business subcontracting requirements) will be updated in RFP Amendment 1. The response deadline will not be extended.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (00001) to solicitation 80JSC026R0015, effective 06/12/2026, updates several sections of the solicitation:

• Clarifies TOP SECRET/Sensitive Compartmented (TS/SCI) clearance requirements, including NASA sponsorship.
• Revises data rights and insight/approval provisions.
• Adds an IT security clause.
• Updates Task Ordering procedures.
• Modifies proposal instructions and pathway requirements.
• Updates evaluation criteria, specifically regarding Domestic Source certification, Technical Acceptability, and responsibility factors per L.16.6.

Sections H-M of the solicitation have been updated.

Contractors are required to sign and return one copy of this amendment. The amendment modifies proposal instructions and evaluation criteria. Bidders are responsible for reviewing the entire amended solicitation for full details.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a presentation from the Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS)2 Pre-Proposal Conference held on June 1, 2026. It outlines the agenda for the conference, provides a disclaimer that the Final RFTP takes precedence, and details the purpose of the pre-proposal conference. It also lists the Source Selection Authority and Acquisition Team members, points of contact, and information about the Industry Assistance Office and Ombudsman. The presentation provides an overview of CLPS2, its vision and objectives, current contract details, contract type, Statement of Work (SOW) changes, general information including competition and subcontracting goals, clauses and provisions, list of attachments, DRDs, evaluation criteria, information on the System for Award Management (SAM), joint ventures, government property, discussions, anticipated proposal outline, proposal formatting, responsibility considerations, the model contract, special considerations, and safety & health programs guidelines. It also includes a Q&A tool link.

This document is highly relevant for potential bidders as it provides critical information about the CLPS2 program, including:

• Program Overview and Objectives: Understanding the goals and scope of CLPS2.
• Contract Structure: Details on the current contract, contract type (FFP IDIQ), and period of performance.
• Statement of Work: An outline of the SOW structure and CLINs.
• Key Dates and Deadlines: Information on when questions are due (June 5, 2026) and proposal submission deadlines (June 30, 2026).
• Evaluation Criteria: How proposals will be evaluated, including technical acceptability pathways.
• Proposal Requirements: Guidance on proposal outline, formatting, attachments, and required certifications.
• Points of Contact: Key personnel for inquiries, including the Contracting Officer and Small Business Specialist.
• Important Clauses and Provisions: Highlights of significant clauses and updates, including cross-waivers of liability and data rights.
• Subcontracting Goals: Requirements for small business subcontracting.
• SAM Registration: Reminder of the requirement to have a SAM account.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 1 to the Final Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS2) Multiple Award Contract (MAC) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ). It incorporates clarifications and administrative corrections based on industry feedback and internal review.

Numerous sections have been updated from the Final RFP version released on May 15, 2026. Key changes affect:

• Proposal instructions (Section L)

• Evaluation criteria (Section M)

• Certain contract clauses (Section I)

• Revised readiness pathway requirements, including a new requirement for offerors to submit only one pathway for evaluation and clarification of eligibility criteria.

• Updated responsibility and proposal submission requirements, including enhanced responsibility determination provisions and revised volume submission instructions.

• Clarified small business subcontracting requirements.

• Revised Rights in Data provisions.

• Updated contract clauses, including revisions to FAR 52.243-1 and NFS 1852.216-80.

• Refined Section M evaluation criteria.

• Added an offeror requirement to provide appropriate access and data to support payload integration and testing activities.

• Proposals are due no later than June 30, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST.

• Anticipated contract award and effective date is October 1, 2026.

• The contract will have a ten (10)-year base ordering period, followed by a five (5)-year option period.

• Offerors must submit proposals through NASA's Enterprise File Sharing and Sync Box (EFSS Box).

• A "Blackout Notice" has been issued, and all inquiries must be directed to Joshua Smith, Contracting Officer, at Jsc-clps2@mail.nasa.gov.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document (DRD Title: Small Business Subcontracting Plan and Reports) defines the content, format, and submission requirements for the Contractor's Small Business Subcontracting Plan and related small business subcontracting reports required under CLPS 2.0. It will be used by NASA to evaluate planned and actual utilization of small businesses, determine compliance with relevant FAR and NFS clauses, and monitor performance against subcontracting goals.

• Subcontracting Plan: Requires information demonstrating commitment to utilize small businesses, including a description of outreach, assistance, counseling, market research, and identification procedures. It must include participation in the NASA Mentor Protégé Program and the approach to meet subcontracting goals. Plans must identify subcontractors, their proposed percentage of the contract, and their small business classification. It also requires outlining proactive measures to increase small business participation and describing the management approach for subcontracting with various small business categories (SDB, 8(a), WOSB, HUBZone, VOSB, SDVOSB, HBCU/MSI). Plans must identify "high technology" subcontracting. The plan must include Small Business Subcontracting Tables 1 and 2, detailing subcontracting goals as a percentage of total contract value and total subcontracting value, broken down by business category and subcategory. These tables must be modified to show goals for the basic contract requirement and any options separately, and phased by contract year.

• Small Business Subcontracting Reports: Requires semi-annual submission of subcontracting data and an annual progress report to the Contracting Officer detailing compliance with the plan. All contractors must register and file reports using the SPR system through SAM.gov.

• Large Businesses: Are required to submit a Small Business Subcontracting Plan in accordance with FAR 52.219-9.

• All Offerors: Regardless of size, must enter their goals in Clause H.21, JSC 52.219-90 Small Business Subcontracting Goals.

• Submission: The plan is due prior to contract award. Reports are submitted semi-annually and annually.

• Format: The plan should be delivered in a compatible electronic format. Maintenance of the DRD deliverable requires clean and redlined versions of updates.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document contains responses to questions submitted by potential bidders regarding the CLPS 2.0 Draft Request for Proposal (DRFP).

• Transportation Solutions: NASA expects end-to-end solutions for lunar surface delivery. While other delivery architectures may be considered if they meet requirements, the solicitation primarily focuses on vendors capable of lunar surface delivery. Subcontracting opportunities may exist for providers of specific components like Orbital Transfer Vehicles (OTVs).
• Interfaces: Standardized interfaces for in-space transportation systems (docking, payload handoff, refueling) are not being considered in the CLPS 2.0 RFP. Requirements for interfaces will be addressed in individual Request for Task Plans (RFTPs).
• Reusability: NASA will consider any end-to-end delivery architecture that meets its requirements, including those that utilize reusable transportation assets.
• Domestic Source Requirements: Eligibility as a U.S. commercial provider is defined by 51 U.S.C. §50101 and requires certification via J-8 Domestic Source Self Certification. Clause H.16 in the Final RFP provides clarification on domestic end products, component-level sourcing, and thresholds.
• Acquisition Approach: The acquisition will be conducted under FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services), not FAR Part 15.
• Payment Structure: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) task orders will use milestone-based payments, consistent with commercial practice.
• Data Rights: Government Purpose Data Rights apply to CLINs 2 and 3, covering data needed for payload integration, launch vehicle integration, and space operations.
• On-Ramp Opportunities: NASA anticipates soliciting proposals annually starting in 2027, with additional opportunities at NASA's discretion. The RFP does not establish an April-only submission window or guarantee annual cycles.
• Qualification Requirements: Qualification requirements apply to the offeror's company's core competencies, not solely to the prior experience of key personnel. Evidence of readiness for a landed mission is required prior to performance of the SOW under any CLIN.

This Q&A document clarifies key aspects of the solicitation, including the scope of services, technical requirements, acquisition approach, and submission guidelines. Bidders should review these responses carefully to ensure their proposals align with NASA's expectations.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (RFP 80JSC026R0015) for the Commercial Lunar Payload Services 2 (CLPS2) contract. NASA requires rapid acquisition and delivery of payloads to support scientific and exploration objectives. The contract is an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type, with Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) delivery/task orders to be issued.

The contract encompasses three main CLINs:

• CLIN 001: Payload Delivery Services: Includes determining mission architecture, end-to-end service (lander, mission design, ground systems, payload support), launch vehicle selection, transport, and delivery of NASA-provided payloads to space destinations (Lunar surface, orbit, Lagrangian points, asteroids, planets). Services may include intact landing, impactor delivery, rideshare, orbit insertion, surface mobility, and flyby operations.
• CLIN 002: Lander Delivery to NASA: Involves delivery of a lander for government integration and encapsulation onto a launch vehicle. May include post-launch lander operation or training NASA employees.
• CLIN 003: Non-Mission Specific Services: Covers special services such as advance planning, feasibility studies, development/fabrication/testing of hardware/software for studies, and payload development for technology demonstrations.

Key requirements include:

• Personnel security clearances up to TOP SECRET/SCI.

• Contractor responsibility for mission success and payload delivery.

• NASA's right to "insight" into contractor activities and "approval" for specific mission phases or products impacting safety, compatibility, and delivery.

• Compliance with export control laws (ITAR, EAR).

• Adherence to space debris mitigation guidelines and planetary protection policies.

• Domestic source requirements for space transportation services.

• Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)

• Order Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) delivery/task orders

• Minimum Order: $25,000

• Maximum Order (NTE): $10,000,000,000 (cumulative total for all CLPS2 contracts)

• Ordering Period: October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2041 (15-year potential ordering period including options)

• Proposal Due Date: June 30, 2026, 1:00 p.m. Central Time.

• Submission Method: Electronic via NASA's Enterprise File Sharing and Sync Box (EFSS Box).

• Evaluation: Proposals will be evaluated based on Technical Acceptability (Pathways 1, 2, or 3), Responsibility Considerations, and Model Contract. Award will be made to the offeror(s) representing the best overall value to the Government.

• Restricted to United States commercial providers for space transportation services.

• Small business subcontracting goals are to be proposed (TBP%).

• The document includes numerous clauses related to contract administration, data rights, intellectual property, security, and other special requirements.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is the Final Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS2) Multiple Award Contract (MAC) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ). The government is procuring services to integrate, accommodate, transport, and operate NASA Sponsored Payloads using contractor-provided assets, including launch vehicles, lunar landers, lunar surface systems, and Earth re-entry vehicles.

• Services to safely integrate, accommodate, transport, and operate NASA Sponsored Payloads.

• Scope has been expanded beyond lunar-only missions to include broader payload delivery services to additional space destinations (lunar orbit, Lagrange points, asteroids, planets, etc.).

• Enhanced NASA insight, oversight, and mission assurance framework.

• Addition of TOP SECRET/Sensitive Compartmented Information personnel clearance requirements for potential classified mission activities.

• Expanded mission operations requirements, including integrated support, telemetry, training, and simulations.

• Increased emphasis on safety, mission assurance, independent verification, validation, planetary protection, orbital debris mitigation, and technical peer review.

• Broadened CLIN 2 scope to "Lander Delivery" for more flexible mission applications.

• Enhanced Government access, data rights, and third-party supplier visibility.

• Expanded payload integration, non-interference, and multi-payload coordination.

• Removed mission failure consequences requiring re-flight, replaced with a flexible, performance-based approach.

• Updates to inspection, acceptance, and Government property marking clauses.

• Type: Multiple Award Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) with Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) task/delivery orders.

• Period of Performance: Ten (10)-year base ordering period, plus a five (5)-year option period, for a total of fifteen (15) years.

• Anticipated Award Date: October 1, 2026.

• Performance Location: Offsite at Contractor's facilities and/or locations identified by the Contractor.

• Proposals are due no later than June 30, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST.

• Submission Method: NASA's Enterprise File Sharing and Sync Box (EFSS Box).

• Evaluation: The government intends to evaluate offers and award a contract without discussions.

• Offerors must disclose any intent to propose or plan to use Artificial Intelligence (AI).

• Offerors must provide a comprehensive Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI) Avoidance Plan.

• Microsoft Office documents must be submitted in native, functional, and editable formats.

• Full and open competition.

• NAICS Code: 481212.

• Small Business Size Standard: 1,500 employees.

• Offerors are required to have a Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code matching their corporate address.

• This RFP incorporates changes based on industry feedback and regulatory updates (Revolutionary FAR Overhaul).

• Potential offerors should monitor SAM.gov for solicitation updates.

• Questions regarding the RFP are due electronically by June 5, 2026.

• A Pre-Proposal Conference is anticipated for June 1, 2026.

Solicitation

This document is a solicitation for Commercial Lunar Payload Services 2 (CLPS2) contracts. It outlines the requirements for providing lunar payload delivery services to NASA, supporting scientific and exploration objectives. The contract is an Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) type, with Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) delivery/task orders.

• CLIN 001: Payload Delivery Services: End-to-end service including mission architecture, launch vehicle selection, transport to space destinations (lunar surface, orbit, other celestial bodies), payload accommodation, integration, mission operations, and data provision.

• CLIN 002: Lander Delivery to NASA: Delivery of a lander to NASA for government integration of payloads and launch vehicle encapsulation. May include post-launch operations or training for NASA personnel.

• CLIN 003: Non-Mission Specific Services: Special services such as advance planning, feasibility studies, hardware/software development, and payload development for technology demonstrations.

• General Requirements: Contractor personnel may require TOP SECRET/SCI clearances. NASA will have insight and potential approval authority over various aspects of mission design, production, operations, and safety. Compliance with export control regulations (ITAR, EAR) is mandatory.

• Contract Type: Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) with Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) delivery/task orders.

• Ordering Period: October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2036.

• Minimum Order: $25,000.

• Maximum Order (NTE): $15,000,000,000 (cumulative total for all CLPS2 contracts).

• Option to Extend: Up to 15 years total contract duration.

• Proposal submission details are not within this document; it outlines the contract structure and requirements.

• Evaluation factors are detailed in Section M (not provided).

• Procurement is restricted to United States commercial providers.

• Space transportation vehicles must be domestic end products (over 50% US components).

• Small business subcontracting goals are to be proposed (TBP).

• The contract includes "on-ramp" provisions for adding new qualified providers annually starting in 2027.

• "Off-ramp" provisions allow for removal of contractors due to underperformance or failure to compete.

• Extensive clauses cover export licenses, liability waivers for space activities, data rights, security, and communications protocols.

Other / Unclassified

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This document does not contain substantive information about a SAM.gov opportunity. It is an administrative notice related to the PDF file format and does not provide details on requirements, deliverables, or submission instructions relevant to potential bidders.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) 2. It outlines the procurement of services to be furnished according to a Statement of Work (SOW) and Attachment A, with services to be provided under individual awarded task orders.

• Services related to Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) 2.

• Delivery and performance will be as specified in individual task orders.

• The minimum ordering value for the contract is $25,000.

• The maximum ordering value for firm-fixed-price contracts and associated task orders is $10 billion, individually and cumulatively.

• This is a Request for Proposal (RFP).

• The solicitation issue date is May 15, 2026.

• The offer due date is June 30, 2026.

• This acquisition is unrestricted.

• Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 are incorporated by reference and are attached.

• The North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 481212, with a size standard of 1500 employees.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an "Interested Parties List" for the CLPS 2.0 opportunity. It lists companies that have expressed interest, along with their contact information.

• Company Name
• Address
• Point of Contact (POC)
• POC Email
• Unique Entity Identifier (UEID)
• Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code

This list can help potential bidders identify other interested parties, potential partners, or competitors. It provides contact details for companies that may be involved in the CLPS 2.0 initiative, which could be useful for networking or understanding the competitive landscape.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Draft Request for Proposal (DRFP) for the Commercial Lunar Payload Services 2.0 (CLPS 2.0) Multiple Award Contract (MAC) with an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) structure. The purpose is to support the rapid acquisition and delivery of lunar payloads to advance NASA's scientific and exploration objectives. NASA is seeking industry feedback to refine the final solicitation, validate the Statement of Work (SOW), and ensure the contract structure supports mission cadence, technical complexity, and programmatic requirements.

The CLPS 2.0 Statement of Work includes three primary Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs):

• CLIN 1: Lunar payload delivery services (consistent with CLPS 1.0).

• CLIN 2: A new supply-based requirement for fully delivered lunar landers.

• CLIN 3: Non-mission-specific services such as feasibility studies, hardware development, and technology demonstrations.

• Contract Type: Multiple Award IDIQ with Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Delivery/Task Orders (DOs/TOs).

• Period of Performance: Base period of 10 years from award, with a 5-year option period.

• Estimated Value: Not specified in this document, but the Not-to-Exceed (NTE) amount for all contracts awarded under CLPS 2 is $10,000,000,000.

• Minimum Order Amount: $25,000.

• Anticipated Award: 4Q FY2026.

• This DRFP is for planning and information gathering; it does not solicit proposals.

• Written feedback responses to the DRFP should not exceed 40 pages.

• Questions regarding this DRFP should be submitted electronically to Aubrie Henspeter, Contracting Officer, at JSC-CLPS2@nasa.gov.

• If an RFP is issued, proposals will be evaluated, and individual FFP TOs will be issued to selected contractors.

• Industry participation is requested to shape the final solicitation.

• Offerors are encouraged to provide input on small business subcontracting goals.

• All DRFP documents are available on SAM.gov.

• This DRFP does not obligate the Government to any contractual action or to cancel the acquisition.