Shuttle Landing Facility (SLF) Landing Fees III JOFOC
Overview
Buyer
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PSC
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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) has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) for Shuttle Landing Facility (SLF) Landing Fees III. This document outlines NASA's rationale for awarding a sole-source contract to Space Florida (SPFL) for airfield services at the SLF in Merritt Island, FL. The JOFOC was published on April 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contract will cover essential airfield services for NASA activities at the SLF, including:
- Launch and landing support
- Air Traffic Control
- Aircraft marshalling, parking, and ground power
- Ramp rental and airfield usage (including for UAS)
- Runway/ramp usage and hazard field usage
- Aircraft starting cart services
- Fueling, LOX loading, and GN2 servicing
- Shelter rentals
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole-Source Contract (Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition)
- Duration: Not more than five years
- Estimated Value: Redacted (includes normal annual operating costs, no-cost flight operations, and overtime/weekend requirements)
- Place of Performance: Merritt Island, FL
- JOFOC Published: April 6, 2026
- Notice of Intent to Award Publication: January 23, 2026 (as stated in JOFOC)
Rationale for Sole Source
NASA's property agreement with Space Florida grants SPFL the sole authority to develop and manage the SLF, making them the only source capable of meeting NASA's specific requirements for these airfield services. Market research was conducted to ensure fair market value, comparing rates for similar airfields.
Additional Notes
NASA intends to continue examining the market for alternative solutions or new sources for future acquisitions. A previous sole-source contract with SPFL for these services was in effect from May 1, 2017, to April 30, 2026.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Kristal Kerr (kristal.kerr@nasa.gov)