Request for Information (RFI) for Launch Equipment Test Facility (LETF)
Closed Special Notice Posted
- Solicitation number
- RFI-KSC-LETF-2025
- Agency
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Kennedy Space Center
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 541330 Engineering Services
- Place of performance
- Merritt Island, Florida 32953, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
NASA's Kennedy Space Center has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gauge industry interest in utilizing the Launch Equipment Test Facility (LETF) at the world's premier spaceport. The RFI is part of market research conducted by the Spaceport Development Division to assess commercial and government interest in specific aspects of the KSC Master Plan. The notice has been amended three times, with the most recent amendment extending the response deadline to July 25, 2025, and providing answers to industry questions. The LETF offers comprehensive testing capabilities including full-scale launch hardware testing, ground-to-flight umbilical interface testing, vehicle motion simulators, cryogenic systems, and specialized fabrication shops. NASA is seeking operational concepts for either partial areas of the facility or entire facility operations.
The primary objective of this RFI is to identify potential partners interested in utilizing LETF services and explore various operational models for facility usage. Interested U.S. domestic entities, including federal and state agencies and commercial providers, must submit electronic PDF responses not exceeding 20 pages by 5:00 pm Eastern Time on July 25, 2025. Responses should address proposed use, technical approach, potential modifications, limitations, corporate financial capability, and prior experience. NASA hosted an Industry Day on June 18, 2025, with an additional opportunity scheduled for July 1, 2025, requiring written requests for participation by June 27, 2025. The facility supports multiple space programs including Space Shuttle, Space Station, Space Launch Services, and commercial ventures, offering testing capabilities across electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and cryogenic domains. This RFI is strictly for information gathering purposes and does not constitute a commitment to contract.
Notice text
4 versions
Update #4 · Latest ·
Amendment 03: DUE DATE FOR RFI RESPONSES IS EXTENDED TO JULY 25, 2025, and Q&A provided.
This amendment changes the due date from July 18, 2025, to July 25, 2025.
NASA Responses to Industry Questions are attached.
Amendment 02: THE DUE DATE FOR RFI RESPONSES IS EXTENDED TO JULY 18, 2025.
This amendment changes the due date from July 11, 2025, to July 18, 2025.
NASA Responses to Industry Questions will be posted this week.
Amendment 01: AN ADDITIONAL INDUSTRY DAY OPPORTUNITY IS SET FOR TUESDAY, JULY 1, 2025
Interested parties are required to provide written requests NLT June 27, 2025, to Christina.L.Williams@nasa.gov.
Reference “Industry Day, RFI-KSC-LETF-2025” in the subject line and include the names and e-mail addresses for all participants.
A confirmation e-mail will be sent to participants with details regarding Industry Day upon receipt of written requests.
**SEE ATTACHMENTS FOR FULL OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION**
NASA’s John F. Kennedy Space Center (KSC) is the world’s premier spaceport. The KSC Master Plan (https://masterplan.ksc.nasa.gov/) addresses both U.S. Government and commercial launch activities at KSC. Periodically, the Spaceport Development Division conducts market research to seek industry interest on specific aspects of the KSC Master Plan.
This Request for Information (RFI) is soliciting interest for potential utilization of services at KSC by entities interested in using the Launch Equipment Test Facility (LETF). NASA is interested in potential operational concepts for partial areas of the facility or the entire facility operations.
The LETF has the capability to test full scale launch hardware, Ground to Flight Umbilical Interface Testing (pneumatic, electrical, instrumentation, cryogenic systems), Vehicle Motion Simulators (VMS) 4-axis, 600 Ton proof-loading test fixture, simulated launch towers, Facility Cryogenic System (liquid nitrogen or liquid hydrogen capability), Water Flow Test Loop, Vehicle Simulation 2-Axis Motion Fixture, Vehicle Support Post 2-Axis load test fixture, Data Acquisition System, Mobile Instrumentation and Data Acquisition System, Control Room, High Speed / Low Speed Video Systems, Hazardous Gas Detection System, Instrumentation and Data Acquisition System Laboratory, Ground Support Equipment Integration Testbed (GSEITB), Electrical / Instrumentation Cable Fabrication and Mold Shop, Pneumatics Shop, Machine and Weld Shop, and the High Bay area for assembly, integration and localized testing.
**SEE ATTACHMENTS FOR FULL OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION**
Update #3 ·
Amendment 02: THE DUE DATE FOR RFI RESPONSES IS EXTENDED TO JULY 18, 2025.
This amendment changes the due date from July 11, 2025, to July 18, 2025.
NASA Responses to Industry Questions will be posted this week.
Amendment 01: AN ADDITIONAL INDUSTRY DAY OPPORTUNITY IS SET FOR TUESDAY, JULY 1, 2025
Interested parties are required to provide written requests NLT June 27, 2025, to Christina.L.Williams@nasa.gov.
Reference “Industry Day, RFI-KSC-LETF-2025” in the subject line and include the names and e-mail addresses for all participants.
A confirmation e-mail will be sent to participants with details regarding Industry Day upon receipt of written requests.
**SEE ATTACHMENTS FOR FULL OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION**
NASA’s John F. Kennedy Space Center (KSC) is the world’s premier spaceport. The KSC Master Plan (https://masterplan.ksc.nasa.gov/) addresses both U.S. Government and commercial launch activities at KSC. Periodically, the Spaceport Development Division conducts market research to seek industry interest on specific aspects of the KSC Master Plan.
This Request for Information (RFI) is soliciting interest for potential utilization of services at KSC by entities interested in using the Launch Equipment Test Facility (LETF). NASA is interested in potential operational concepts for partial areas of the facility or the entire facility operations.
The LETF has the capability to test full scale launch hardware, Ground to Flight Umbilical Interface Testing (pneumatic, electrical, instrumentation, cryogenic systems), Vehicle Motion Simulators (VMS) 4-axis, 600 Ton proof-loading test fixture, simulated launch towers, Facility Cryogenic System (liquid nitrogen or liquid hydrogen capability), Water Flow Test Loop, Vehicle Simulation 2-Axis Motion Fixture, Vehicle Support Post 2-Axis load test fixture, Data Acquisition System, Mobile Instrumentation and Data Acquisition System, Control Room, High Speed / Low Speed Video Systems, Hazardous Gas Detection System, Instrumentation and Data Acquisition System Laboratory, Ground Support Equipment Integration Testbed (GSEITB), Electrical / Instrumentation Cable Fabrication and Mold Shop, Pneumatics Shop, Machine and Weld Shop, and the High Bay area for assembly, integration and localized testing.
**SEE ATTACHMENTS FOR FULL OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION**
Update #2 ·
Amendment 01: AN ADDITIONAL INDUSTRY DAY OPPORTUNITY IS SET FOR TUESDAY, JULY 1, 2025
Interested parties are required to provide written requests NLT June 27, 2025, to Christina.L.Williams@nasa.gov.
Reference “Industry Day, RFI-KSC-LETF-2025” in the subject line and include the names and e-mail addresses for all participants.
A confirmation e-mail will be sent to participants with details regarding Industry Day upon receipt of written requests.
**SEE ATTACHMENTS FOR FULL OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION**
NASA’s John F. Kennedy Space Center (KSC) is the world’s premier spaceport. The KSC Master Plan (https://masterplan.ksc.nasa.gov/) addresses both U.S. Government and commercial launch activities at KSC. Periodically, the Spaceport Development Division conducts market research to seek industry interest on specific aspects of the KSC Master Plan.
This Request for Information (RFI) is soliciting interest for potential utilization of services at KSC by entities interested in using the Launch Equipment Test Facility (LETF). NASA is interested in potential operational concepts for partial areas of the facility or the entire facility operations.
The LETF has the capability to test full scale launch hardware, Ground to Flight Umbilical Interface Testing (pneumatic, electrical, instrumentation, cryogenic systems), Vehicle Motion Simulators (VMS) 4-axis, 600 Ton proof-loading test fixture, simulated launch towers, Facility Cryogenic System (liquid nitrogen or liquid hydrogen capability), Water Flow Test Loop, Vehicle Simulation 2-Axis Motion Fixture, Vehicle Support Post 2-Axis load test fixture, Data Acquisition System, Mobile Instrumentation and Data Acquisition System, Control Room, High Speed / Low Speed Video Systems, Hazardous Gas Detection System, Instrumentation and Data Acquisition System Laboratory, Ground Support Equipment Integration Testbed (GSEITB), Electrical / Instrumentation Cable Fabrication and Mold Shop, Pneumatics Shop, Machine and Weld Shop, and the High Bay area for assembly, integration and localized testing.
**SEE ATTACHMENTS FOR FULL OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION**
Update #1 ·
**SEE ATTACHMENTS FOR FULL OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION**
NASA’s John F. Kennedy Space Center (KSC) is the world’s premier spaceport. The KSC Master Plan (https://masterplan.ksc.nasa.gov/) addresses both U.S. Government and commercial launch activities at KSC. Periodically, the Spaceport Development Division conducts market research to seek industry interest on specific aspects of the KSC Master Plan.
This Request for Information (RFI) is soliciting interest for potential utilization of services at KSC by entities interested in using the Launch Equipment Test Facility (LETF). NASA is interested in potential operational concepts for partial areas of the facility or the entire facility operations.
The LETF has the capability to test full scale launch hardware, Ground to Flight Umbilical Interface Testing (pneumatic, electrical, instrumentation, cryogenic systems), Vehicle Motion Simulators (VMS) 4-axis, 600 Ton proof-loading test fixture, simulated launch towers, Facility Cryogenic System (liquid nitrogen or liquid hydrogen capability), Water Flow Test Loop, Vehicle Simulation 2-Axis Motion Fixture, Vehicle Support Post 2-Axis load test fixture, Data Acquisition System, Mobile Instrumentation and Data Acquisition System, Control Room, High Speed / Low Speed Video Systems, Hazardous Gas Detection System, Instrumentation and Data Acquisition System Laboratory, Ground Support Equipment Integration Testbed (GSEITB), Electrical / Instrumentation Cable Fabrication and Mold Shop, Pneumatics Shop, Machine and Weld Shop, and the High Bay area for assembly, integration and localized testing.
**SEE ATTACHMENTS FOR FULL OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION**
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