NSSL Phase 2 LSP
National Security Space Launch Phase 2 Launch Service Procurement
USSF IDIQ Active - Obligated to date
- $7.5B
- Task orders
- 149
- Contractors
- 2
- Ceiling
- $3.5 billion
Vehicle overview
The National Security Space Launch (NSSL) Phase 2 Launch Service Procurement (LSP) is an IDIQ contract managed by the U.S. Space Force to provide assured access to space for Department of Defense and other government payloads. Awarded in August 2020 to SpaceX and United Launch Alliance (ULA), the program had an approximate value of $3.5 billion and served as the primary mechanism for military launches from 2022 to 2026. It shifted the program toward a commercial model using a firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery contract structure as a successor to the Evolved Expendable Launch Vehicle (EELV) program.
The vehicle provides launch services to specific reference orbits—including LEO, MEO, GEO, GTO, and Molniya—for payloads categorized by envelope sizes A, B, and C.
Vehicle details
- Ordering period
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2022-2026
- Ceiling
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$3.5 billion
Where agencies spend through NSSL Phase 2 LSP
See which agencies and types of work reported the most positive obligations through NSSL Phase 2 LSP in the last 12 months.
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Department of Defense
- Last 12mo obligations
- $157.2M
- Last 12mo awards
- 26
Coverage period Jul 28, 2025–Jul 27, 2026
NSSL Phase 2 LSP contract holders
| Contractor | Obligated | Task orders |
|---|---|---|
| UNITED LAUNCH SERVICES, LLC | $3.9B | 74 |
| SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP. | $3.6B | 75 |
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Frequently asked questions
- What is NSSL Phase 2 LSP?
- The National Security Space Launch (NSSL) Phase 2 Launch Service Procurement (LSP) is an IDIQ contract managed by the U.S. Space Force to provide assured access to space for Department of Defense and other government payloads. Awarded in August 2020 to SpaceX and United Launch Alliance (ULA), the program had an approximate value of $3.5 billion and served as the primary mechanism for military launches from 2022 to 2026. It shifted the program toward a commercial model using a firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery contract structure as a successor to the Evolved Expendable Launch Vehicle (EELV) program.
- Which agency manages NSSL Phase 2 LSP?
- National Security Space Launch Phase 2 Launch Service Procurement is a IDIQ managed by Department of the Air Force / U.S. Space Force.
- What can agencies acquire through NSSL Phase 2 LSP?
- The vehicle provides launch services to specific reference orbits—including LEO, MEO, GEO, GTO, and Molniya—for payloads categorized by envelope sizes A, B, and C.
- How much has been obligated through NSSL Phase 2 LSP?
- $7.5B has been obligated across 149 task orders.
- Which agencies use NSSL Phase 2 LSP?
- In the 12 months ending July 27, 2026, agencies with reported awards through NSSL Phase 2 LSP included the Department of Defense. The Department of Defense reported $157.2M in positive obligations for Nonscheduled Chartered Freight Air Transportation (NAICS 481212). Figures use reported USAspending award data.
- How many contractors hold NSSL Phase 2 LSP?
- 2 contractors hold a position on NSSL Phase 2 LSP.
- What is the contract ceiling of NSSL Phase 2 LSP?
- NSSL Phase 2 LSP has a program ceiling of $3.5 billion.
- Is NSSL Phase 2 LSP active?
- Yes, NSSL Phase 2 LSP is currently active (ordering period: 2022-2026).
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