Numerical Propulsion System Simulation (NPSS) Consortium Support FY26
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) / NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC) intends to issue a sole source contract to SOUTHWEST RESEARCH INSTITUTE for Numerical Propulsion System Simulation (NPSS) Consortium Support FY26. This Special Notice is for informational purposes, but interested organizations may submit capabilities to challenge the sole source determination. Responses are due by March 27, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. Central Standard Time.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for NPSS Consortium Support at NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC). The support is necessary to fulfill Article III of an existing agreement, ensuring ongoing access to software updates, bug fixes, and technical support for the NPSS system. Key activities include participation as a non-voting member in the Program Advisory Committee (PAC), attendance at the annual face-to-face PAC meeting, and the opportunity to propose, discuss, and participate in the selection of changes to the NPSS Code, funded by the Participation Fee pool.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Sole Source Intent)
- Procuring Center: NASA/NSSC
- Intended Awardee: SOUTHWEST RESEARCH INSTITUTE
- Authority: FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i)
- NAICS Code: 513210 (Software Publishers)
- Product Service Code: DA10 (Support Services, SaaS/Subscription for Application Development)
- Place of Performance: NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC), 21000 Brookpark Road, Cleveland, OH 44135
- Period of Performance: May 1, 2026 – April 30, 2027
- Capabilities Submission Due: March 27, 2026, 8:00 a.m. CST
- Published Date: March 23, 2026
Evaluation
NASA/NSSC has determined that SOUTHWEST RESEARCH INSTITUTE is the sole provider for this support. However, interested organizations may submit written capabilities and qualifications to perform this effort. These submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis. A decision not to compete this effort based on responses remains at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
Oral communications are not acceptable. NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable.
Primary Point of Contact: Monica D Wilson, Procurement Assistant, monica.d.wilson@nasa.gov