NASA has awarded a significant contract to Sierra Lobo Inc., a company based in Fremont, Ohio, for vital support in the area of spaceflight hardware. The contract involves various aspects including design, development, testing, and operations, primarily at the Glenn Research Center in Cleveland.
Contract Specifications and Timeline
The Space Flight Systems Development and Operations Contract III is constructed as a cost-plus-fixed-fee arrangement. It also includes a firm-fixed-price element on an indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity basis. With a ceiling of nearly $282.1 million, the contract begins with a 90-day phase-in period starting February 27, followed by a three-year foundational period, with the addition of two separate two-year options for extension.
Scope of Work and Responsibilities
Under this engagement, Sierra Lobo Inc. will handle a wide range of tasks, from the development and delivery of technology and spaceflight hardware to mission integration and operations. The firm’s responsibilities cover the expansive spectrum of spaceflight systems, including the creation, testing, and operation of these systems and the associated support systems. Additionally, related ground activities such as research and technological development also fall under the contract’s ambit.
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Contact points for further details include Roxana Bardan from NASA’s Washington headquarters and Jan Wittry from the Glenn Research Center in Cleveland.
Updated on February 22, 2024, this announcement highlights NASA’s commitment to fostering partnerships and advancements in the spaceflight arena, with Sierra Lobo Inc. playing a pivotal role in future developments.
