Description
This Texas Space Commission Request for Information (RFI) seeks detailed information on existing or conceptual shared‑user space propulsion test and evaluation facilities located in Texas. The goal is to capture capability, capacity, technical readiness, and operational models that could support NASA‑class propulsion testing, including environmental verification, thrust‑range, cryogenic handling, safety, and shared‑user governance. Respondents must demonstrate prior NASA‑related test‑infrastructure experience and provide technical, cost, schedule, and risk data. The RFI is purely market research; no funding, contract, or award is guaranteed.
• Identify current Texas propulsion test assets or propose conceptual models (fixed, mobile, or networked).
• Demonstrate NASA‑class environmental verification experience (evidence required).
• Detail technical envelope: thrust range, propellant classes, vacuum/altitude simulation, acoustic/blast zones, instrumentation, safety systems, utilities, and permitting.
• Provide cost‑range, schedule, and shared‑user operational model (rate structure, governance, access controls).
• Outline upgrade paths, phased capability expansion, and risk register.
• Submit response electronically by 14 Sept 2026 2:00 PM CT to [email protected].