NASA Awards $608 Million Contract to PAE-KBR Joint Venture
The PAE-KBR joint venture has been awarded a NASA contract potentially worth $608.7 million for base operations and spaceport services at Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida.
PAE-KBR Joint Venture Secures $608.7 Million NASA Contract
PAE, part of KBR, Inc., has been awarded a contract by NASA with a potential value of $608.7 million. The agreement is for base operations and spaceport services at Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida, marking a significant win for the PAE-SGT Partners LLC (PSP) joint venture.
The contract includes a base term of two years, followed by three two-year options. It also incorporates cost-reimbursable and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity components, indicating a long-term commitment from NASA to the services provided by PSP.
PAE's CEO John Heller cited the company's proven track record, including exemplary performance at Johnson Space Center and recent work at Stennis Space Center and Michoud Assembly Facility, as key factors in securing the contract. He emphasized the synergy with their joint venture partner and their collective experience as critical to offering the best overall value.
This award underscores KBR's ongoing role in supporting critical government missions, particularly within the aerospace sector. The company's recent announcement of its strategic intent to spin off its Mission Technology Solutions business suggests a continued focus on optimizing its portfolio and strengthening its core service offerings.