NASA sole source for 5G lunar communications evaluation system.
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NASA intends to award a sole source contract for a 5G system to evaluate lunar surface communications and radio propagation. The procurement involves a complete 5G standalone system including core network, radio access network, and user equipment capable of operating in relevant environments. The system must support over-the-air testing and data collection for lunar surface propagation models. This is a specialized requirement with limited sources, indicating a tailored procurement. The contract value is unknown but likely significant given the technical complexity.