All NASA Contracts — March 19, 2026

All contracts run through mid-2027 with 79% average outlay, signaling NASA priority on JPL operations and postdoctoral programs.

Dependence on NASA budgets for $119M unspent obligations and $36M unexercised options through 2027.

Cost-plus-fixed-fee structures across all awards expose to audits and verifiable cost scrutiny amid extended periods.

$36M unexercised options in ORAU postdoc program and potential JPL follow-ons under FFRDC framework.

83% value concentration in Caltech/JPL highlights scalable R&D platform for space infrastructure upgrades like DSN.

Two Caltech awards ($472M) dominate for JPL operations, emphasizing enduring space science R&D investment.

ORAU's $94M postdoc management contract ensures NASA human capital through 2027.

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