National security space launch (nssl) phase 3 lane 1 launch services procurement

Active Awarded Last action

Contract number
FA881125DB007
Awardee
Awarding agency
Task orders
1 $5,000,000 obligated

Award facts

Combined order value
$5,000,000 Current and potential, with all options
Last date to order 38% complete
IDV ceiling <1% used
$17,000,000,000.00
Maximum order
$17,000,000,000.00
Award type
Multiple award
Who can order
Only the awarding agency
Set-aside
No set-aside
Competition
Full and Open Competition · 3 offers Negotiated Proposal / Quote
Pricing
Firm Fixed Price
Legislative mandates

Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.

About this IDV

Written by GovTribe AI ·

The Space and Missile Systems Center awarded a multiple-award IDIQ to Rocket Lab USA Inc. on March 27, 2025, for National Security Space Launch Phase 3 Lane 1 launch services, with a $5.6 billion ceiling and ultimate completion date of June 13, 2029.

The IDIQ procures assured access to space for the integrated space architecture through competitive annual task order competitions at competitive rates. The contract carries no set-aside and is open to all qualified offerors, including small businesses encouraged to pursue subcontracting roles. Place of performance is El Segundo, California.

The originating solicitation, posted October 30, 2024, with proposals due December 13, 2024, sought multiple IDIQ awards structured with a 4-year basic ordering period and 5-year option period. Offerors must comply with the U.S. Commercial Provider definition of the Commercial Space Act of 1998. NAICS code 481212 (Nonscheduled Chartered Freight Air Transportation) applies, with a size standard of 1,500 employees.

A delivery order issued under this IDIQ on March 28, 2025, to Rocket Lab National Security LLC, a subsidiary of the prime, provides $5 million for Launch Service Technical Insight task order performance, with performance at El Segundo, California and completion by March 28, 2026, on a firm fixed price basis.

Task orders

Task order Ordering agency Obligated Awarded
National security space launch (nssl) phase 3 lane 1 launch services procurement FA881125FB007 Space and Missile Systems Center (AFSPC) $5,000,000

Transactions

Action Obligated Date
Additional Work (new agreement, FAR part 6 applies) P00005 $0
Novation Agreement P00004 · National security space launch phase 3 lane 1 procurement $0
Novation Agreement ARZ999 $0
Other Administrative Action P00003 $0
Supplemental Agreement for work within scope P00002 $0
Supplemental Agreement for work within scope P00001 · See attachment 1, performance work statement $0
Original award $0

Quick answers

Who was awarded contract FA881125DB007?

FA881125DB007 was awarded to Rocket Lab USA Inc. by Space and Missile Systems Center (Air Force Space Command) on March 27, 2025.

How much is contract FA881125DB007 worth?

Orders under FA881125DB007 have obligated $5,000,000. FA881125DB007's own ceiling is $17,000,000,000. A single order can be worth up to $17,000,000,000.

How many orders have been placed under contract FA881125DB007?

1 order has been placed under FA881125DB007, the latest on March 28, 2025.

Who can order from contract FA881125DB007?

FA881125DB007 is a multiple award indefinite delivery contract. Only the awarding agency can place orders on it.

Is contract FA881125DB007 part of a contract vehicle?

Yes. FA881125DB007 is part of National Security Space Launch Phase 3 Lane 1 (NSSL P3 L1).

Was contract FA881125DB007 competed?

The extent of competition for FA881125DB007 was full and open competition. The government received 3 offers.

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