Nova Space Solutions Secures $822.7M NASA COSMIC Contract for Space Facility Operations and Innovation

Reston, Va. – Nova Space Solutions (NSS), a Joint Venture between Chugach Government Solutions (CGS) and Amentum (NYSE: AMTM) and, has been awarded NASA’s Consolidated Operations, Services, and Maintenance Infrastructure Contract (COSMIC) at Stennis Space Center (SSC) and Michoud Assembly Facility (MAF). This joint effort underscores a shared commitment to delivering comprehensive facility operations, engineering, and infrastructure support to advance NASA’s mission.

With a total contract value of $822.7 million, the COSMIC contract will begin operations in July 2025 and extend over eight years. Under this contract, Nova Space Solutions will deliver essential facility management services, contract oversight, logistics, safety and environmental compliance, engineering and manufacturing support, and infrastructure maintenance. The NSS team will leverage the combined expertise of Amentum and Chugach to ensure mission-critical systems operate efficiently and reliably to support NASA’s space exploration goals.

“Our joint venture with Amentum brings together Amentum’s technological agility and Chugach’s deep expertise in facility management and environmental solutions,” said Dirk van der Vaart, President of Chugach Government Solutions. “Together, we are well-positioned to drive innovation, enhance efficiency, and deliver operational excellence to NASA’s national space infrastructure.”

The COSMIC contract will see the NSS team implementing advanced solutions, including Intelligent Asset Management, digital engineering tools, and data-driven analytics to modernize NASA’s infrastructure. By integrating state-of-the-art technologies and sustainable practices, NSS aims to ensure NASA’s facilities remain at the forefront of space exploration and technology development.

About Chugach Government Solutions

Chugach Government Solutions is a trusted provider delivering mission-critical support services to federal agencies and commercial clients. With a legacy of managing complex facilities and infrastructure, Chugach brings a unique combination of innovation, reliability, and cultural stewardship to every project. Chugach’s success is built on a foundation of trust and a commitment to operational excellence, ensuring that clients achieve their mission objectives with confidence. From facility operations and logistics to engineering support and environmental compliance, Chugach consistently delivers high-quality solutions that enhance performance and efficiency. Headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska, Chugach is dedicated to driving positive change for its clients, employees, and shareholders, fostering sustainable growth while upholding its values of integrity, service, and community responsibility.

About Amentum

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security, and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition, and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, inclusion, and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have more than 53,000 employees in approximately 80 countries across all seven continents.

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