Vehicle Launcher and Performance Info.pdf

This document provides details on a final request for proposal for the NASA Sounding Rocket Operations Contract (NSROC) IV. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration Goddard Space Center is seeking proposals for operations and logistical support services for its sounding rocket program. Key services required include providing sounding rockets from the agency's fleet including Terrier-Improved Malemute, Terrier-Orion, and Black Brant IX and XII, along with associated launchers and support equipment. Proposers must also provide launch services from the agency's launch ranges, obtain licenses and permits, and provide post-launch services such as payload recovery. The response deadline is April 9, 2021, and the period of performance is a five-year base period starting in 2022 with three optional one-year extension periods. Pricing must be fully burdened and include details on labor categories, other direct costs, fixed fees, and rates.