CCC helps Canadian exporters access to the U.S. space market
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) was established as a separate civilian agency of the United States Government, and charged with primary responsibility for the conduct of scientific research in space technology and exploration. In carrying out this responsibility, NASA engages in a substantial procurement program in the areas of its interests.
Access to NASA procurement programs
Participation in this program by Canadian contractors with the requisite technical capability is welcomed. An agreement between NASA and CCC (NASA/CCC Letter of Agreement) adopts the provisions of the Defence Production Sharing Agreement (DPSA) and allows for Canadian companies to have CCC act as prime contractor.
CCC's role in NASA procurement
CCC provides expertise regarding regulations for selling to NASA. When a Canadian company sells to NASA through CCC, the Corporations acts as prime contractor.
Canadian exporters selling through CCC benefit from amended U.S. government procurement rules that reflect the Government of Canada’s involvement in the process. These include:
- waiver of U.S. cost accounting standards for contracts
- waiver of requirements for submitting cost and pricing data
- waiver of some of the regulations of the Buy American Act
- duty-free entry for goods and services, where applicable
When you sell through CCC, your NASA buyer receives a government guarantee of contract performance, according to contract terms.
Opportunities
This is your chance to access new business opportunities provided by NASA. You will find opportunities such as product or service needs, announcements for sources sought, and information requests.
To view NASA opportunities online visit:
What to expect
- CCC will ensure that you receive all the forms required to register your company to do business with NASA. You simply provide CCC with the information and we will assist you in completing the necessary forms;
- You prepare your bid in response to a Request for Proposal or other solicitation with CCC assistance to ensure your submission is compliant. CCC will perform due diligence of your technical, managerial and financial capabilities to ensure contract performance and ascertain that the price offered is fair and reasonable;
- Our service provides you with a knowledgeable and experienced team to advise you on strategies to help you win a favourable export contract.
What we need
We’ll need information on your customer’s requirement and the product or service you are selling as well as documents that will allow CCC to perform the managerial, technical and financial review of your company such as bios on management cadre and audited financial statements.
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