NASA Deep Space Autonomous Robotics Challenge: Call for Host Facility Interest
Sources Sought from National Aeronautics and Space Administration.
Data as of Oct 24, 2026. Sources: SAM.gov and Grants.gov. Snapshot govcon-directory-20261024T104923Z-2151694.
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Notice details
- Sub-tier agency
- NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION
- Notice type
- Sources Sought
- Solicitation number
- 80JSC024R0004
- Product/service code
- R499
- Place of performance
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
- Response deadline
- Jan 31, 2027
- Source
- SAM.gov
Description
The purpose of this SAM.gov notice is to announce that the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s Research Technology Mission Directorate (RTMD) has contracted with the Institute of Competition Sciences to implement the NASA Deep Space Autonomous Robotics Challenge to advance the Agency's goals in managing multi-agent robotic systems tasked with preparing lunar and Martian infrastructure before astronaut crews arrive. Open and carefully read the attached PDF file entitled “DSpARCSummary.” Direct links have been provided for more information on registration for the Challenge and for completing the application for the judging process. After reading the PDF attachment, by email only, address questions or other comments with a subject line to read “NASA Deep Space Autonomous Robotics Challenge Question/Clarification” to the listed primary point of contact.
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National Aeronautics and Space Administration obligated $25,455 under NAICS 541990 on awards whose period of performance started in the last 12 months.
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When is the response deadline?
The published deadline is Jan 31, 2027. That is 99 days after the data date.
What NAICS code applies?
NAICS 541990, All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services.
Which agency issued this notice?
National Aeronautics and Space Administration.
Where is the official notice?
The link under Official notice opens the source listing.