What types of technical expertise does NASA Goddard prioritize for prime contracts?

Goddard prioritizes vendors with proven experience in aerospace engineering, orbital systems integration, and high-fidelity scientific instrumentation. Contractors must demonstrate deep familiarity with NASA-specific quality assurance standards and mission-critical hardware reliability protocols.

How can small businesses position themselves for subcontracting at Goddard?

Small businesses should target the Goddard Small Business Office and align their capabilities with prime contractors holding major Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts for mission support. Focusing on niche technical services like thermal analysis, software testing, or specialized manufacturing can increase visibility to prime partners.

Are facility security clearances required for most Goddard contracts?

While many scientific research and data analysis contracts do not require clearances, work involving sensitive space technology, proprietary mission data, or IT infrastructure often mandates a Facility Security Clearance. Vendors should evaluate the specific security requirements listed in individual solicitations before bidding.

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION · Contracting Office

NASA GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTER

533 solicitations and awards tracked for this contracting office.

Contracting office533 solicitationsUnder NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

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Acquisition authority and contracting profile of NASA GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTER.

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center manages complex Earth and space science missions, requiring specialized vendors for satellite development, instrument fabrication, and advanced data systems. The center procures high-end engineering, software development, and scientific research support to sustain its fleet of orbiting observatories and planetary exploration initiatives.

Hierarchy: NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION · NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION.

Contracting officers at this office issue solicitations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Vendors must be registered in the federal procurement system with a valid CAGE code to receive awards.

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