National Security Space Launch (NSSL) Phase 3 Lane 1 Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 On-Ramp Request for Proposal (RFP)

The Government is issuing a Fair Opportunity Proposal Request (FA8811‑XX‑F‑BXXX) for launch services capable of delivering a minimum of 15,000 lbm to a 500‑nautical‑mile circular orbit at 63.4° inclination, meeting the mass‑to‑orbit and orbital‑insertion accuracy limits defined in SPRD Rev C. The required capability may be achieved with a single launch or multiple launches within a 90‑day window of the Initial Launch Capability, and must support the full suite of technical sub‑factors—including launch solution maturity, payload interface, performance margin, mission assurance, security, mission‑unique hardware, risk management, CONOPS, and mission integration—plus past performance, small‑business participation, and price. Evaluation is “all‑or‑nothing”; all factors and sub‑factors must be acceptable for award. Proposals must identify the model phase (prototype, engineering development, pre‑production, or production), list all analysis/simulation tools with validation plans, and address any special requirements such as extreme environmental conditions, unique data processing, or mission‑specific hardware/software. The solicitation anticipates adequate price competition, so certified cost and pricing data are not required unless competition is insufficient. The contract may be competitively awarded and can involve a prime contractor and/or subcontractors. The total contract value and schedule dates will be finalized in the final launch schedule, with any differences from the original schedule or dollar value documented. Offerors should provide detailed technical descriptions, evidence of launch system capability, and compliance with the mission‑unique services outlined (e.g., multi‑manifest requirements, ground processing mechanical and airborne electrical requirements). The Government reserves the right to add additional evaluation criteria as needed.

Notice ID

f991badf321440bf8abd3972bc5c9e87

Solicitation Number

FA8811-26-R-B001

NAICS Code

481212

Classification Code

V126