NASA's Glenn Research Center in Cleveland is seeking Phase 1 proposals for the design and construction of an Aerospace Power Systems Laboratory, the agency announced on Oct. 6, 2026. The procurement covers a laboratory facility for testing and developing power systems, along with associated site work, infrastructure and systems. NASA says the laboratory will provide modern test facilities to advance power research and support current and future mission needs, with Glenn's power expertise described as important to the Artemis program, the Moon Base, and exploration of Mars and beyond.

Proposals are due no later than Oct. 30, 2026, at 1 p.m. EST, and the acquisition will be a full and open competition. The relevant NAICS code is 236220, with a small business size standard of $45 million. NASA anticipates awarding the contract on Dec. 16, 2026, with work performed on-site at Glenn and off-site at the contractor's facilities. Proposals must be submitted through NASA's Enterprise File Sharing and Sync Box, a FedRAMP Moderate certified platform.

Questions must be submitted in writing to contracting officer John Christel at john.a.christel@nasa.gov on or before Oct. 12, 2026, and offerors are encouraged to submit them as soon as possible.