PACE VI

PROFESSIONAL, ADMINISTRATIVE, COMPUTATIONAL, AND ENGINEERING SERVICES VI
(PACE VI)

Notice ID: 80GRC020R0010
Agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Contracting Office: NASA Glenn Research Center
Contract Type: IDIQ – Agency Specific
Contract Ceiling: $466,950,535
NAICS Code: 541519 – Other Computer Related Services
Business Pools: Small Business Set-Aside
Expected Release Date: October 2025 (Deltek Estimate)
Link to Draft RFP / Opportunity: GovWin IQ Opportunity Posting

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

NASA Glenn Research Center plans to continue its long-running PACE contract series with PACE VI—an IDIQ vehicle providing a broad spectrum of professional, administrative, engineering, IT, and computational services. Valued at over $466 million, PACE VI will be instrumental in supporting NASA’s evolving IT architecture, enabling cross-center collaboration and digital modernization. This opportunity is key for firms looking to expand their federal footprint in high-impact, mission-aligned technical areas.

Current incumbent is BQMI-Peerless Joint Venture.

rTurner Consulting is actively supporting capture strategies for clients aiming to participate. Contact us to get started with teaming, solutioning, or proposal development.

📄 View previous RFP on SAM.gov
📄 Opportunity Details on GovWin IQ

CORE SCOPE AREAS

The government seeks industry solutions to deliver the following capabilities:

●    Software Development and Engineering Services
●    Enterprise IT Services (including End-User and Data Center support)
●    Information and Cybersecurity Management
●    Computational Science and Data Analytics
●    Administrative and Program Management Support
●    Communications and Knowledge Management
●    Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Support
●    Cloud Services and Migration Planning

Tech Stack Considerations:
Cloud-native, Open Source, COTS, Hybrid Infrastructure, Secure Data Management

EVALUATION OR SELF-SCORING CRITERIA (IF APPLICABLE )

Mandatory Technical Domains or Task Orders

●    Software Engineering & Development
●    System Architecture & Configuration
●    Data Analytics and AI Integration
●    Cybersecurity and Risk Management
●    Program and Portfolio Management
●    Cloud and Infrastructure Modernization

Additional Points Criteria

●    Experience with NASA or similar mission agencies
●    Delivery of IT and engineering support under cost-plus and FFP structures
●    Certifications (e.g., ISO, CMMI, ITIL)
●    Facility security clearances (if applicable)
●    Strong surge and scalability capabilities

CAPTURE STRATEGY TIPS

Actionable Recommendations

●    Identify relevant past performance, especially with NASA or IT modernization
●    Begin outreach to potential subcontractors and teaming partners
●    Prepare validated work samples tied to NASA Glenn technical scope
●    Score your team's capabilities across the PACE VI scope
●    Gather key personnel resumes and assess gaps
●    Monitor SAM.gov and Deltek for updates

Ideal Prime or Partner Profile

●    Demonstrated experience in 8+ IT and engineering disciplines
●    Active past performance with federal agencies (esp. NASA, DoD)
●    Ability to scale across multi-site locations and virtual delivery
●    Strong background in AI, ML, and data analytics
●    Small business with relevant designations (e.g., WOSB, 8(a), HUBZone)

TIMELINE & MILESTONES

Stay alert for updates—we’ll keep you posted as the opportunity evolves.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE

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Top Vendors by Category (via FPDS / FPDSplus)

TOP SB VENDORS at NASA over the last five years

Over the past five years, NASA has partnered with a range of small business vendors to fulfill its needs in the area of Other Computer Related Services. Among the most successful vendors during this period, DH Technologies, Inc. stands out as the clear leader, securing over $28 million in total federal action obligations—more than any other company on the list. Close behind is TMC Technologies of West Virginia Corp, which earned approximately $22 million, reflecting its strong and sustained engagement with the agency.

Beyond these two frontrunners, the remaining vendors reflect a more moderate level of contracting activity. Colossal Contracting LLC, V3Gate, LLC, and American Wordata, Inc. follow, each receiving between $5 million and $6 million in total obligations. Several others, such as Architecture Solutions LLC, AccessAgility LLC, and Cynergy Professional Systems LLC, also maintained a notable presence with awards ranging from $3 million to $4 million.

The chart illustrates a steep drop-off in contract totals beyond the top two vendors, highlighting a competitive landscape where a small number of firms capture the majority of NASA’s small business IT-related obligations, while a broader set of vendors contribute at smaller but meaningful levels. This distribution underscores NASA’s continued commitment to engaging a diverse pool of small businesses while also reinforcing the strength of its key vendor relationships.

Source: FPDS Chart 1: Successful Vendors within an Agency based on contract totals

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HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU

At rTurner Consulting, we help GovCon firms win complex technical opportunities. Our services include:

●    NASA-focused capture planning and compliance support
●    Proposal development for IDIQs with hybrid pricing models
●    Teaming facilitation with small business and technical partners
●    Technical writing for AI/ML, cybersecurity, and IT modernization
●    Readiness reviews aligned with NASA Glenn mission objectives

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RESOURCES & LINKS

●    GovWin Opportunity Report
●    SAM.gov Posting
●    FPDSplus for contract analysis

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