Test Evaluation and Support Team 3 (TEST3) Period of Performance Extension
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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) White Sands Test Facility (WSTF) has extended the Test Evaluation and Support Team 3 (TEST3) contract with Sierra Lobo, Inc. for up to two additional years. This sole-source extension, valued at an estimated $266 million, is to ensure the successful completion of two large-scale construction projects at WSTF, funded by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA).
Scope of Work
The extension specifically supports the oversight and implementation of two critical infrastructure projects:
- Replacement of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems for main administrative Buildings 100 and 101.
- Upgrade of the 250 Control Room, vital for hazardous testing operations. Associated work includes ducting replacement, reroofing, asbestos abatement, electrical upgrades, and safety/quality support. These projects require significant site-wide integration and may involve temporary building evacuations.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Contract Extension (Sole-Source)
- Authority: 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), as implemented by FAR 6.103-1 (Only one responsible source)
- Duration: Up to two years (1-year base period + 1-year option period)
- Estimated Value: $266 million (includes $19M for OBBBA projects and $247M for ongoing TEST3 support)
- Current Contract End: January 31, 2027
- Published Date: April 24, 2026
- Place of Performance: Las Cruces, NM
Evaluation
This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC), not a solicitation for new proposals. A Request for Proposal will be issued directly to Sierra Lobo, Inc. for negotiation, with the government ensuring fair and reasonable costs based on historical data and certified pricing.
Additional Notes
The extension leverages Sierra Lobo, Inc.'s existing expertise and familiarity with WSTF's operational needs. The OBBBA funding must be obligated by September 30, 2026. Sierra Lobo, Inc. is identified as a small business. A previous notice of intent to award received only one clarifying response, with no other companies expressing interest.