AFP for Exploration Park at JSC

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration is soliciting proposals for the lease of approximately 183.7 acres of undeveloped land at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. Under solicitation number AFP-JSC-EXP-2026, this land is situated outside the controlled access area and adjacent to the main campus with access via Saturn Lane. The purpose of this Announcement for Proposals is to lease all or a portion of the site, which may be subdivided to allow for phased development, expansion, or the separation of facilities to address the privacy concerns of commercial entities.

The land is offered in its current condition for a performance period consisting of one 20-year base period and two 20-year option periods. This requirement is identified under PSC X1PC for LEASE/RENTAL OF UNIMPROVED REAL PROPERTY (LAND) and carries no set-aside (NONE; NONE). Key milestones for this solicitation included a site visit on February 18, 2026, and a deadline for inquiries on February 23, 2026. Proposals must be submitted by the response deadline of May 15, 2026.

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration serves as the buying agency, with William Driebergen listed as the point of contact. There are 10 total attachments associated with this notice, including land maps, environmental site assessments, an NHPA model lease, and utility path diagrams. Recent updates to the solicitation metadata include the publication of formal responses to questions and additional utility path documentation.