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NASA Deep Space Autonomous Robotics Challenge: Call for Host Facility Interest

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Response deadline
Jan 31, 2027
5:00 PM UTC-05:00
Set-aside
Not stated
Notice type
Sources sought
Posted on SAM.gov
Oct 19, 2026
Archives Feb 15, 2027

Description

The purpose of this SAM.gov notice is to announce that the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s Research Technology Mission Directorate (RTMD) has contracted with the Institute of Competition Sciences to implement the NASA Deep Space Autonomous Robotics Challenge to advance the Agency's goals in managing multi-agent robotic systems tasked with preparing lunar and Martian infrastructure before astronaut crews arrive. Open and carefully read the attached PDF file entitled “DSpARCSummary.” Direct links have been provided for more information on registration for the Challenge and for completing the application for the judging process. After reading the PDF attachment, by email only, address questions or other comments with a subject line to read “NASA Deep Space Autonomous Robotics Challenge Question/Clarification” to the listed primary point of contact.

From SAM.gov’s daily data file, as published on Oct 24, 2026 (UTC).

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Posted on SAM.gov: Oct 19, 2026
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First recorded by BidLookup: Oct 20, 2026
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Last confirmed: Oct 22, 2026
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Description as published: Oct 24, 2026 (UTC)
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Solicitation number
80JSC024R0004
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NAICS
541990 · All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Product/service code
R499 · SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER
Place of performance
Washington, District of Columbia 20546
Contracting office
HOUSTON, TX 77058
SAM.gov notice ID
bb6cc95a09c340b1abf0c93299ff9b1e