NASA awards a $98 million bridge contract to ASRC Federal to continue vital project support and financial services across key centers in Washington, Maryland, and Virginia.
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| The 13-month NASA contract supports operations with business planning, accounting, configuration, and security services at multiple U.S. research centers. Image: NASA |
WASHINGTON, USA – May 24, 2025:
NASA has awarded a $98 million bridge contract to ASRC Federal System Solutions LLC, based in Beltsville, Maryland, to provide uninterrupted financial management and project support services essential to the agency’s day-to-day operations. The contract, titled the Program Analysis and Control (PAAC) Bridge Contract, begins May 24 and will run for 13 months. It includes both cost-plus-fixed-fee and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) elements, allowing for flexibility in meeting NASA’s ongoing administrative and technical needs.
The scope of the agreement encompasses critical business services such as accounting, budget analysis, schedule planning, document and configuration management, and adherence to federal security compliance standards. These operations are central to NASA’s ability to manage complex research, development, and space exploration programs efficiently and with full accountability.
Work under the contract will take place at NASA Headquarters in Washington, the Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, and the Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia. These sites play pivotal roles in Earth science, aeronautics research, and mission development for upcoming spaceflights, including the Artemis program and satellite innovation initiatives.
In announcing the contract, a NASA spokesperson noted that ASRC Federal has a proven track record of delivering consistent, high-quality support for mission-critical services. The bridge contract ensures continuity while the agency finalizes a long-term competitive procurement process for these services.
ASRC Federal is a subsidiary of Arctic Slope Regional Corporation, a respected government contractor with deep expertise in systems engineering, IT services, and program support across civilian, defense, and intelligence sectors. Its continued collaboration with NASA underscores its strategic role in supporting federal science and technology missions.
The new contract comes at a time when the space agency is ramping up efforts for lunar exploration, climate research, and advanced aviation projects. By maintaining seamless business operations, NASA ensures that scientific teams can focus on innovation and discovery without administrative delays or resource uncertainty.
NASA officials emphasized that efficient project control is essential to fulfilling its mission objectives and maintaining public confidence in its stewardship of federal funding. The bridge contract is seen as a proactive measure to preserve operational stability during a critical transitional period.
Following the conclusion of this contract, NASA plans to issue a new solicitation for full and open competition to secure a long-term provider for these essential services. The agency’s decision reflects its broader commitment to excellence, transparency, and continuous improvement in how it manages and delivers its ambitious goals in space exploration and scientific research.