Draft RFP - Mars Telecommunications Network (MTN)
Agency
NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION.NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION.NASA GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTER
Location
Greenbelt, MD
Maryland
Estimated Value
N/A
Type
Solicitation
Service / NAICS
517410
Set-Aside
NONE
Opportunity Summary
This federal contract opportunity from NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION.NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION.NASA GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTER involves draft rfp - mars telecommunications network (mtn) in Greenbelt, Maryland. This is a NONE set-aside procurement. Responses are due by Apr 13, 2026 (8 days remaining).
Contract Description
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) announces the release of the Draft Request for Proposal (DRFP) for the Mars Telecommunications Network (MTN) acquisition. As previously announced, and in accordance with the advisory multi-step process described in FAR 15.101(e), potential offerors are highly encouraged to submit nonbinding information addressing their statutory eligibility with The Working Families Tax Cut (WFTC) Act, formerly known as the "One Big Beautiful Bill" (OBBBA) as codified in 51 U.S.C § 20306. Additional information can be found in the DRFP. All attachments to this posting together constitute the complete DRFP, including all instructions, restrictions, provisions, and contract clauses. NASA will host a one-day event with industry on April 9, 2026 to discu...
Timeline
Posted Date
Apr 2, 2026
Response Deadline
Apr 13, 2026
8 days remaining
What Contractors Should Know
This is a NONE set-aside, meaning only qualifying small businesses may compete.
Work will be performed in Greenbelt, Maryland. Local presence or experience in this area can strengthen your proposal.
Should You Pursue This?
Good Fit If…
- ✓You hold the required NONE certification
- ✓You have operations or past performance in Maryland
- ✓You have worked with NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION.NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION.NASA GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTER before
Harder to Win If…
- !Only 8 days remaining to prepare your response
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Contractor FAQ
What certifications are needed for this NONE contract?
This opportunity requires NONE certification. Contractors must be registered and certified in SAM.gov with the appropriate small business designation to be eligible to submit proposals.
How do I submit a bid for this NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION.NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION.NASA GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTER contract?
To bid on this opportunity, you must be registered in SAM.gov. Review the full solicitation documents available at SAM.gov, prepare your technical and cost proposals per the instructions, and submit before the response deadline of Apr 13, 2026.
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