General Federal Contracts — September 26, 2026

The contract ends November 30, 2024, with no options beyond that date, and only $143.6M of the total obligation has been outlayed, indicating partial performance and potential revenue discontinuity.

USRA's revenue is heavily dependent on this single $248.4M NASA contract, which represents an estimated $29.1M in annual revenue. Non-renewal would create a significant revenue gap.

The contract's cost-plus-fixed-fee structure ties profitability to government funding availability, and any NASA budget cuts or continuing resolutions could delay or reduce outlays.

NASA's sustained investment in R&D services (NAICS 541712) suggests stable or growing demand for academic mission support, potentially benefiting USRA if the contract is renewed or expanded.

NASA continues to allocate significant funding to academic mission support via cost-plus contracts, but the impending expiration of this $248.4M award highlights the lumpy revenue profile for non-profit research organizations.

{"entity" => "Universities Space Research Association", "reason" => "Sole contract in this digest with $248.4M value and imminent November 2024 expiration", "trigger" => "Contract renewal or re-compete announcement before November 30, 2024"}

{"entity" => "NASA Ames Research Center", "reason" => "Agency's budget and procurement plans directly impact USRA's revenue continuity", "trigger" => "NASA FY2025 budget request and any CR-related delays"}