Mass Spectrometer observing lunar operations (MSolo) Gas Analysis Instrument Concepts and Models

NASA Kennedy Space Center is conducting market research to identify partners and applications for the Mass Spectrometer observing lunar operations (MSolo) gas analysis instrument. This effort aims to integrate the technology into upcoming lunar missions by evaluating technical solutions, operational concepts, and commercial models. NASA intends to use the information gathered to maximize the scientific and commercial utility of the instrument through collaborative or commercial arrangements. The technical baseline for MSolo includes a mass range of 0-100 m/z and 28 VDC power requirements. Submissions should address mission concepts and technical integration, specifically how the instrument's dimensions, data rates, and flight heritage fit within various lunar exploration platforms. This Request for Information (RFI) is a preliminary step to identify integration solutions for future spaceflight. Capability statements are limited to 10 pages and are due by August 3, 2026. Performance is centered in Orlando, Florida, under NAICS code 336419 and PSC 6630. The MSolo instrument is a gas analysis tool for lunar operations with a heritage-based design. NASA is seeking information on integrating this tool into various platforms, focusing on constraints such as mass, power, and data rates. The RFI provides a technical baseline to help determine if the payload can be accommodated on specific platforms. NASA Kennedy Space Center (KSC) is gathering information to identify partners for the Mass Spectrometer observing lunar operations (MSolo) instrument. The goal is to quickly incorporate MSolo into upcoming lunar missions to enhance scientific and commercial data collection. The instrument is a ruggedized, modified commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) quadrupole mass spectrometer desig…