Lunar Regolith Geotechnical Finite Element Analysis for Lunar Footpads
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 KSC, intends to issue a sole source contract for Lunar Regolith Geotechnical Finite Element Analysis and Subsurface Stress Analysis for Lunar Landar Footpads. The intended awardee is the University of Central Florida (UCF). Interested organizations may submit capabilities by May 4, 2026, at 8:00 AM ET.
Scope of Work
NASA/KSC requires specialized services for Lunar Regolith Geotechnical Finite Element Analysis and Subsurface Stress Analysis for Lunar Landar Footpads. This critical analysis supports the Artemis IV mission.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- Intended Awardee: University of Central Florida (UCF), 3100 Technology Parkway, Suite 201, Orlando, Florida, 32826-3281.
- Justification: Sole source under FAR 6.302-1 (Only One Responsible Source). UCF's Center for Lunar and Asteroid Surface Science (CLASS) possesses unique academic expertise and resources, including the Exolith testbed, and has ongoing joint research with NASA, making them the only facility capable of meeting the critical path schedule deadline for Artemis IV.
- Acquisition Method: Commercial service using FAR Part 12.
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: May 4, 2026, 8:00 AM ET
- Published: April 23, 2026
Response Instructions
Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications electronically to Joshua Giraud at joshua.giraud@nasa.gov. Submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if this acquisition can be conducted on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to compete is at its sole discretion.
Additional Notes
NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman for this acquisition can be found at: https://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/procurement/regs/Procurement-Ombuds-Comp-Advocate-Listing.pdf