AFP FOR LEASE OF LAND AND BUILDING Located at LC-48 (NASA-KSC)

Project ID: AFP-KSC-LC48-2026 FederalOpportunitiesSolicitation

Overview

Agency	Kennedy Space Center
Deadline	04/10/26
Posted	01/07/26
Estimated Value	Not Provided
Set Aside	None
NAICS	53 - Real Estate and Rental and Leasing
PSC	X1PC - Lease/Rental Of Unimproved Real Property (Land)
Location	Orlando, FL 32899 United States

Description

Primary Latest Change

This Announcement for Proposals (AFP) solicits proposals for lease of available Federal property at NASA John F. Kennedy Space Center (KSC or Center) consisting of underutilized, non-excess property at Launch Complex 48 (LC-48) for a site operator (defined below) to operate the entire multi-user site with responsibility for coordination of all activities on LC-48 with NASA and U. S. Space Force operations at KSC and CCSFS. LC-48 is situated between Launch Complexes 39A and 41. LC-48 is a multi-user launch complex built to encourage and support growth of the emerging small class launch vehicle industry and capable of housing multiple users performing concurrent activities. It may also be able to accommodate landings based on vehicle- and mission-specific parameters provided as part of launch and re-entry licensing and safety assessments. The total proposed area available to be leased is approximately 127.66 acres. The site will be available at selection in as is , where is condition for up to 50 years, including all renewal periods. LC-48 is ready for development and is mostly vacant, with an existing pad located on the north side. The site is accessible only through KSC's secured perimeter. Accordingly, NASA procedures and policies regarding badging, background investigation requirements, foreign national access, and unescorted access to controlled areas apply. Pad users may have the opportunity to obtain on a reimbursable basis certain specialized KSC services and resources for operating the launch site not reasonably available from the private sector which are unique to the nation's premier spaceport. Q&A Due by February 6, 2026 AFP Responses Due by April 10, 2026 by 5PM

Summary (Newest Update)

Background This Announcement for Proposals (AFP) solicits proposals for the lease of available Federal property at NASA John F. Kennedy Space Center (KSC), specifically underutilized, non-excess property at Launch Complex 48 (LC-48). The goal is to find a site operator to manage the multi-user site and coordinate activities with NASA and U.S. Space Force operations. LC-48 aims to support the growth of the small class launch vehicle industry and accommodate multiple users performing concurrent activities. The total area available for lease is approximately 127.66 acres, with the site being offered in 'as is' condition for up to 50 years, including renewal periods. Work Details The selected site operator will be responsible for: - Operating the entire multi-user site at LC-48; - Coordinating all activities on LC-48 with NASA and U.S. Space Force operations; - Ensuring compliance with NASA's procedures regarding badging, background investigations, and access to controlled areas; - Managing day-to-day operations of the launch pad; - Potentially obtaining specialized KSC services on a reimbursable basis. The operator must also adhere to environmental assessments and comply with NEPA regulations if their activities exceed specified limits. The development of LC-48 must not interfere with NASA operations, and any proposed uses must align with KSC's Master Plan. Period of Performance The lease term will not exceed 50 years, including all renewal options. Place of Performance NASA John F. Kennedy Space Center, Florida.

Contacts

Contact name	Hope Marini
Contact email	hq-realestate@mail.nasa.gov
Contact phone	None
Secondary contact name	Richard Griffin
Secondary contact email	hq-realestate@mail.nasa.gov
Secondary contact phone	(321) 861-5025