Wastewater Collection and Treatment
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 the NASA SHARED SERVICES CENTER, has issued an Award Notice for Wastewater Collection and Treatment Services at the John C. Stennis Space Center (SSC), MS. This is a sole-source utility contract awarded to the Hancock County Utility Authority (HCUA), justified under FAR 6.302-1 (Only One Responsible Source).
Scope of Work
The contract requires the Hancock County Utility Authority (HCUA) to provide comprehensive wastewater collection and treatment services. This includes the conveyance and treatment of wastewater generated by SSC facilities, as well as the construction, operation, and maintenance of necessary infrastructure to transport wastewater from SSC to HCUA's treatment facility. HCUA will accept SSC wastewater at a mutually agreed-upon entry point within the Buffer Zone, ensuring compliance with all applicable EPA and Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) requirements. This acquisition addresses the need to replace the SSC's aging sewage lagoons, which require decommissioning.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Utilities Services Contract (Sole-Source)
- Awardee: Hancock County Utility Authority (HCUA)
- Duration: Estimated ten-year period, beginning January 2026.
- Value: [REDACTED] (over the ten-year period).
- Justification: FAR 6.302-1 (Only One Responsible Source).
- Notice Published: April 1, 2026.
Evaluation
This was a sole-source justification, not a competitive solicitation. HCUA was identified as the only responsible source due to its statutory authority and existing infrastructure within SSC's service area. HCUA was required to submit a proposal, which was evaluated and negotiated to ensure a fair and reasonable cost.
Additional Notes
Market research confirmed the absence of an existing Areawide Utility Contract for these services. NASA will continue to monitor the market for potential future competition opportunities.