How to bid on Hypobaric Chamber Pilot Studies for NASA

What NASA is buying and why it matters

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) needs pilot testing services for hypobaric chambers. This work involves conducting decompression sickness studies over three test days, with data collection and recording each day as if it were a research protocol. This is an opportunity for businesses with specialized facilities to support critical aerospace research.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This solicitation was published on July 16, 2026. All questions about the solicitation must be submitted electronically by July 29, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Central Time. Offers are due by August 24, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Central Time. Offers received after this deadline will be considered late.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for small businesses with up to 1000 employees that possess facilities capable of performing hypobaric decompression sickness studies. The relevant NAICS code is 541714. Vendors should be prepared to provide three days of testing with detailed data collection.

Your offer must clearly state your size status for this acquisition.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation details and documents, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view some documents.

All contractual and technical questions must be submitted via email to [email protected] and [email protected]. Telephone questions will not be accepted. Your complete offer must also be submitted electronically via email to [email protected] and [email protected].

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review Attachment A, the Statement of Work, for detailed requirements. Also, ensure you address all additional submission requirements outlined in Attachment D, dated July 15, 2026. Your offer must include the information required by FAR 52.212-1.

NASA will evaluate offers based on technical acceptability, past performance, and price, in descending order of importance. Make sure your proposal clearly demonstrates your technical capabilities and relevant past experience in hypobaric chamber testing and decompression sickness studies. Provide a competitive and well-justified price.