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Engaging for-profit entities in a pre-competitive framework for trust-building, innovation, and market intelligence in the mining and exploration sector.

Solicitation: 80NSSC26921940Q
Notice ID: a7c9da02f8f44498af44490f78b848e4
TypeSpecial NoticeNAICS 611310PSCAJ11DepartmentNASAStateDCPostedJan 09, 2026, 12:00 AM UTCDueJan 13, 2026, 02:00 PM UTCExpired

Special Notice from NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION • NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION. Place of performance: DC. Response deadline: Jan 13, 2026. Industry: NAICS 611310 • PSC AJ11.

Market snapshot

Awarded-market signal for NAICS 611310 (last 12 months), benchmarked to sector 61.

12-month awarded value
$809,894
Sector total $108,385,036 • Share 0.7%
Live
Median
$20,435
P10–P90
$20,435$20,435
Volatility
Stable0%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
0.7%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($809,894)
Deal sizing
$20,435 median
Use as a pricing centerline.
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Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.

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Place of performance
Washington, District of Columbia • 20546 United States
State: DC
Contracting office
Stennis Space Center, MS • 39529 USA

Point of Contact

Name
Stephanie Graham
Email
Stephanie.n.Graham@nasa.gov
Phone
Not available

Agency & Office

Department
NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION
Agency
NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION
Subagency
NASA SHARED SERVICES CENTER
Office
Not available
Contracting Office Address
Stennis Space Center, MS
39529 USA

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Description

**THIS IS A SOLE SOURCE REQUIREMENT** for Engaging for-profit entities in a pre-competitive framework for trust-building, innovation, and market intelligence in the mining and exploration sector.

**AUTHORIZED RESELLERS ONLY**

**SEE ATTACHMENTS**

**WE DO NOT PAY BY CREDIT CARD**

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Updated: Jan 09, 2026
Executive summary

This special notice from NASA outlines the intention to engage for-profit entities within a pre-competitive framework that aims to foster trust-building, innovation, and market intelligence specifically within the mining and exploration sector. Organizations that focus on these areas should consider how their expertise aligns with NASA's objectives for the solicitation.

What the buyer is trying to do

NASA is seeking to establish collaborative relationships with for-profit entities to enhance trust, innovation, and competitive intelligence in activities surrounding mining and exploration. This initiative is likely aimed at leveraging private sector capabilities to advance NASA's objectives in this domain.

Work breakdown
  • Identify potential for-profit entities for engagement.
  • Develop a framework for trust-building amongst participants.
  • Facilitate innovation through collaborative efforts.
  • Gather market intelligence relevant to mining and exploration.
  • Conduct workshops or roundtable discussions to share insights.
Response package checklist
  • Company profile highlighting relevant experience.
  • Details of previous engagements in similar initiatives.
  • Proposed strategies for trust-building and innovation.
  • Market intelligence capabilities and methodologies.
  • Team composition and expertise.
Suggested keywords
NASAminingexplorationinnovationmarket intelligence
Source coverage notes

Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.

  • Specific objectives or goals for the engagement.
  • Details on how NASA will measure the success of collaborations.
  • Clarification on the scope and limitations of the pre-competitive framework.
  • Information regarding funding or budget allocations related to this initiative.

FAQ

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It summarizes awarded-contract behavior for the opportunity’s NAICS and sector, including a recent pricing band (P10–P90), momentum, and composition. Use it as context, not a guarantee.

Is the data live?

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What do P10 and P90 mean?

P10 is the 10th percentile award size and P90 is the 90th percentile. Together they describe the typical spread of award values.