NASA Federal Contracting Guide
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Mission: Explore the universe and reach for new heights through aeronautics, science, and human space exploration.
Annual Obligation
$22B+ (FY2024)
Latest FPDS reporting period
Top NAICS
5
Most-bought codes (see below)
Vehicles
5
Primary contract vehicles
Procurement Profile
NASA's procurement mix includes spaceflight systems, scientific research, IT modernization, and engineering services. Major buys flow through SEWP (Solutions for Enterprise-Wide Procurement — NASA's IT vehicle that serves government-wide), and prime mission contracts for Artemis, Mars, Earth Science, and Aeronautics. Strong small business participation across most centers (Johnson, Goddard, Kennedy, Marshall, JPL).
Top NAICS Codes at NASA
Primary Contract Vehicles
- SEWP VI
- NASA SEWP V Successor
- GSA MAS
- Alliant 2
- Mission-specific IDIQs (Artemis, Earth Science)
Where to Find Opportunities
Small Business at NASA
NASA exceeds small business goals across categories. SBIR/STTR program is significant for technology innovation. Mentor-protégé program is well-developed.
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NAICS 541330 — Engineering Services
Top NAICS at NASA. See contract values, set-asides, and related codes.
NAICS 541715 — Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
Top NAICS at NASA. See contract values, set-asides, and related codes.
NAICS 541512 — Computer Systems Design Services
Top NAICS at NASA. See contract values, set-asides, and related codes.
FAR 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting
Critical for small business set-aside contracts at this agency.
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