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NNM15AA18CIXPE eo14042 imaging x-ray polarimetry — Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp

Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp holds $748.0M across 132 federal awards, concentrated at National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). This PIID sits alongside 5 related awards in the incumbent pipeline. The prior award was single-bid — competitive dynamics may favor a challenge. Set-aside status: NONE. Recompete timing centers on the Jan 31, 2027 PoP end — agencies typically plan 12–18 months ahead.

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Agency
Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp
Recipient
Jan 31, 2027
PoP end
$17.3M
Obligated
541712
NAICS
AR12
PSC
NONE
Set-aside
1 bidders on last award

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Contract facts

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Contract numberNNM15AA18C
AgencyNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
IncumbentBall Aerospace & Technologies Corp
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NAICS541712

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PSCAR12
Place of performanceBOULDER, CO
PoP end (current)Jan 31, 2027
Obligated$17.3M

EO14042 IMAGING X-RAY POLARIMETRY EXPLORER (IXPE) PHASE A is a federal NONE award for National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) held by Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp. Estimated value $118.3M ($17.3M obligated). Current period of performance ends Jan 31, 2027. Last award drew 1 bidder. Place of performance: BOULDER, CO.

EO14042 IMAGING X-RAY POLARIMETRY EXPLORER (IXPE) PHASE A

Recompete timing

Public
● Expiring in 126 days

Current PoP ends Jan 31, 2027 (126 days remaining). Agencies typically plan 12–18 months ahead — at 4.1 months out, that window is already open. The buying decision is likely already in motion.

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Incumbent footprint

Public record

Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp — $748.0M obligated across 132 awards (firm-wide, all agencies) · lead buyer National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

% of firm-wide obligated ($748.0M) · all agencies
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)$508.2M · 68%Department of Defense (DOD)$232.7M · 31%Department of Commerce (DOC)$6.1M · 1%Department of the Interior (DOI)$513K · 0%
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Frequently asked questions

What is contract NNM15AA18C?

NNM15AA18C (IXPE eo14042 imaging x-ray polarimetry) is a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) award with an estimated value of $118.3M, currently held by Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp. Figures are USASpending-sourced public-record facts plus SCOUT recompete analysis.

Which office awarded NNM15AA18C?

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) awarded NNM15AA18C to Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp.

Who is the incumbent on NNM15AA18C?

Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp is the incumbent with $748.0M across 132 related awards in SCOUT’s public footprint. The current period of performance ends Jan 31, 2027.

When does Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp’s NNM15AA18C come up for recompete?

SCOUT tracks a period-of-performance end of Jan 31, 2027. Actual solicitation timing can shift with extensions, bridges, or consolidations.

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