Click here to download the list of top NASA prime contractors (PDF) 1. Identify Your Product or Service
Know the Federal Supply Class or Service FSC/SVC codes and North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes for your products or services.
2. Register Your Business
3. Identify Your Target Market within NASA
4. Identify Current NASA Procurement Opportunities
Identify current procurement opportunities in your product or service area by checking the Federal Business Opportunities website or the NASA Procurement website, which can assist you in identifying NASA requirements and allows for email notifications of released requirements.
5. Familiarize Yourself with NASA Contracting Procedures
Be familiar with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and the NASA Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement.
6. Investigate Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) Contracts
Contact the General Services Administration (GSA) for information on how to obtain a Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) contract. Many NASA purchases are, in fact, orders on FSS contracts.
7. Seek Additional Assistance as Needed
- Request training and counseling on marketing, financial, and contracting issues at minimal or no cost from Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTACs ). PTACs are located in most states and are partially funded by DoD to provide small business concerns with information on how to do business with DoD and other Government Agencies.
- Consult with SBA's Procurement Center Representatives (PCR). SBA provides each of NASA's Centers with a liaison.
8. Investigate NASA Small-Business Programs
Explore other small business programs , such as the NASA Mentor-Protégé Program, the Small Business Innovative Research Program, and the Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Institutions Program. Information on these and other programs is available on the NASA Office of Small Business Programs website.
9. Market Your Firm Well!!!
After you have identified your customers, researched their requirements, and familiarized yourself with NASA procurement regulations and strategies, it is time to market your product or service. Present your capabilities directly to the NASA Centers that buy your products or services. Realize that, as with you, their time is valuable. If the match is a good one, you can provide them with a cost-effective, quality solution to their requirements. Good luck!
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