Atlas Devices Support Services

Background
NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC) requires continued support services for the Atlas Devices Counterweight-Offload Astronaut Sensor, Telemetry & Electronics Rig (COASTER). The goal of this contract is to facilitate suited and unsuited gravity offload testing, which is essential for lunar and Martian operational concept development, hardware evaluation, and Human-In-The-Loop (HITL) testing.

The xEVA Systems/Artemis Program has identified FY27-FY28 as critical periods for gravity offload testing in support of Artemis surface missions, including Sortie Suit qualification testing ahead of Artemis IV. Effective October 1, 2026, the Space Vehicle Mockup Facility (SVMF) will assume operational ownership of COASTER, transitioning Atlas Devices from primary operator to vendor support role.

Work Details
The Contractor shall provide the following services:

- COASTER Operations Days (single-arm and dual-arm, all-inclusive)
- Remote Test Readiness Review (TRR) support (person-days, no travel)
- Rental of Atlas EXCON Suit v4 as needed to support test events.

The Operations Day All-Inclusive includes COASTER operation and supervision, test initiation, equipment checks, structural and electrical integrity verification, calibration, safety checks, inventory and function checks for the COASTER telemetry system, hardware, and suit/harness interfaces. It also includes pre- and post-run full system maintenance along with necessary materials and on-site communication.

TRR Support encompasses TRR preparation, hazard analysis support from initial establishment through test-specific updates, participation in TRR calls as System Representative for COASTER (remote), and action close-outs. A person-day is defined as one person working one full 8-hour day. Multiple Operations Days All-Inclusive apply when personnel must travel to JSC and work more than one day. Additionally, Atlas shall provide on-the-job training (OJT) support and technical mentorship to SVMF operators and test directors as they progress toward full operational proficiency.

Period of Performance
The contract will be performed during FY27-FY28.

Place of Performance
NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC), Houston, Texas.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must demonstrate capability in providing the required services through a capability statement. Specific qualifications or certifications are not detailed in the solicitation.