j.1.a.2 DBA WD DRAFT RFP ATOM-5.pdf

This document provides details on a forthcoming Request for Proposal for the Aerospace Testing and Facilities Operation & Maintenance (ATOM-5) contract from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Ames Research Center. The ATOM-5 contract will provide support services to the Aeronautics and Exploration Technology Directorates, including testing and facility operations, development projects, maintenance and repairs, and administration. Services will utilize aerospace facilities at ARC such as wind tunnels, high-enthalpy arc jet facilities, and the Sensor and Thermal Protection System Advanced Research Lab. These facilities support experiments for ARC, other NASA Centers, federal agencies, and commercial entities. The anticipated Draft RFP release date is June 29, 2021, with a Final RFP on or about August 10, 2021. Proposals are due on or about September 24, 2021. The NAICS code is 561210 with a size standard of $41.5 million. Potential offerors should monitor SAM.gov and notify the contracting officials of intent to submit an offer.