Unified Network and Navigation Operations Request for Information

NASA is seeking industry feedback and capability information for the Unified Network and Navigation Operations effort, covering operations, maintenance, sustainment, integration, and modernization of the Near Space Network, Deep Space Network, and unified network management functions.

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SCAN-MSFC-0002
Oct 21, 2026 09:00 PM
Oct 09, 2026 08:39 PM
Request for Information (RFI)
Federal
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Contact
benjamin.m.kamp@nasa.gov
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Description

NASA's Space Communications and Navigation program is conducting market research for Unified Network and Navigation Operations (UNNO), an emerging effort to integrate operations and management of the Near Space Network, Deep Space Network, and cross-cutting network management functions. The anticipated scope includes 24x7 network operations, maintenance, sustaining engineering, facilities and logistics support, cybersecurity, mission assurance, systems engineering, integration and testing, mission integration, special studies, and development and modernization. The networks support NASA, other government, commercial, and international missions across Earth, lunar, Mars, and deep-space domains. NASA is requesting capability statements and industry feedback to inform the acquisition strategy, contract structure, performance metrics, transition planning, and suitability of firm-fixed-price work. No solicitation or contract award will result from this RFI. Responses must be unclassified and submitted electronically by email; the notice also announces voluntary industry days and one-on-one market-research meetings. A draft statement of work and separate capability-statement and industry-feedback instructions are included in the solicitation package.

Classification Codes
NAICS517810All Other Telecommunications
PSCDG01Support services for physical and wireless networks connecting equipment within the core data centers and work areas, connecting end users to the organization's broader networks, as well as Wide Area Network equipment, hardware and software directly connecting into data centers, offices and third parties. Support services which enable or distribute voice services through on-premise equipment including PBX, VoIP, voicemail and handsets. Also provides support for transport services for data and voice network circuits and associated access facilities and services; includes dedicated and virtual data networks and internet access. Support services for external (Outside Plant) physical communications infrastructure connecting to LAN/WAN end points. Mobile infrastructure support such as cabled communication network, cellular towers, repeaters, switching systems dedicated for cellular communication
Smart Codes
deep space network operationsnear space network operationsunified network management
Specifications
Service Only
Timeline
Aug 06, 2026 10:00 PM-Industry Day registration deadline
Aug 07, 2026 02:00 PM-Industry Day — Washington, D.C. (optional)
James E. Webb Memorial Auditorium, Mary W. Jackson NASA Headquarters; virtual attendance via Webex was supported.
Aug 08, 2026 10:00 PM-One-on-one meeting request deadline
Aug 11, 2026-One-on-one meetings — Huntsville (optional)
Meetings were anticipated during August 11–13, 2026; attendance was voluntary.
Oct 21, 2026 09:00 PM-RFI response deadline
Oct 26, 2026 03:00 PM-Huntsville Industry Day (optional)
Event scheduled from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Central Time; advance registration required and limited to two or three representatives per firm.
Dec 31, 2026-Inactive Date
Requirements
Informational
  • Within the last 3 years
Documents
TitleDate Posted
Attachment 2 - Capability Statement Request.pdfJul 17, 2026 12:00 PM
Attachment 1 -Draft UNNO SOW.pdfJul 17, 2026 12:00 PM
Attachment 3 - Industry Feedback Request.pdfJul 17, 2026 12:00 PM
Industry Day UNNO Attendees.pdfSep 01, 2026 12:00 PM
NASA UNNO Industry Day.pptxSep 01, 2026 12:00 PM
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