Mission Support Operations Contract (MSOC)
Overview
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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) Johnson Space Center (JSC) has issued a Special Notice regarding its intent to extend the Mission Support Operations Contract (MSOC) on a sole source basis to KBR Wyle Services, LLC. This action is necessary to maintain uninterrupted mission operations support for up to six months, bridging a gap caused by delays in awarding the follow-on acquisition. Interested organizations may submit capabilities by February 6, 2026, for consideration.
Purpose & Context
NASA/JSC requires an extension of the MSOC to prevent a lapse in critical services that would pose an unacceptable risk to ongoing and planned human spaceflight operations. The incumbent, KBR Wyle Services, LLC, is deemed the only responsible source capable of continuing performance without disruption within the limited timeframe. Transitioning these highly integrated services to a new contractor would be cost-prohibitive, unachievable within the schedule, and introduce unacceptable risk to mission readiness.
Scope of Services
The MSOC provides essential support for the Mission Control Center, the Space Vehicle Mockup Facility (SVMF), and training systems (simulators and trainers) for astronaut crews, flight controllers, and instructors. These services are vital for the International Space Station (ISS) Program, the Commercial Crew Program, and the Artemis missions (Orion, SLS, Gateway, and HLS), as well as other current and future human spaceflight programs. The extension provides for up to six additional months of performance, potentially from April 1, 2026, through September 30, 2026.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Sole Source)
- Statutory Authority: 10 U.S.C 2304(c)(1) — Only One Responsible Source
- Incumbent Contractor: KBR Wyle Services, LLC
- Product Service Code: R425 (Engineering And Technical Services)
- Place of Performance: Houston, TX
- Set-Aside: None specified (Sole Source)
Response & Evaluation
Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to perform this effort electronically to Edwin Ortiz-Franco at edwin.ortiz-franco@nasa.gov. Submissions are due by 4 p.m. Central Standard Time on February 6, 2026. These submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if the acquisition can be conducted on a competitive basis. The Government retains discretion regarding the decision to compete this acquisition.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Response Due: February 6, 2026, 4 p.m. CST
- Published Date: January 23, 2026
- Primary Contact: Edwin Ortiz-Franco (edwin.ortiz-franco@nasa.gov, 281-483-5979)
- Secondary Contact: Dina Zambrano (dina.s.zambrano@nasa.gov, 281-244-9283)