Federal Contracts: National Aeronautics and Space Administration — $1.1M to Harris County (FY2026)

NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) sent $1.1 million in federal contract money to Harris County organizations in fiscal year 2026. That total came through 2 separate contract awards. The data is drawn from USAspending.gov, the official federal spending database, which tracks how tax dollars move across the country — including right here in the Houston area.

In fiscal year 2026, NASA directed $1.1 million in contracts to organizations based in Harris County. A fiscal year runs from October 1 through September 30, so FY2026 covers October 2025 through September 2026. The two contract awards could go to businesses, research institutions, nonprofits, or other qualifying organizations. USAspending.gov lists the recipients, award amounts, and contract details for each one.

You can look up the exact recipients and contract details yourself on USAspending.gov. The database lets you filter by agency, location, award type, and fiscal year. If you run a local business or organization, reviewing active contracts in your industry can show you what kinds of work federal agencies are currently paying for — and whether your organization might qualify to compete for similar awards in the future.

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This spending connects to the broader Houston-area aerospace economy, including the work done near Johnson Space Center in nearby Clear Lake. Federal contracting dollars can support engineers, researchers, manufacturers, and service providers across Harris County. Local organizations like the Houston Economic Development Council and small business assistance programs can help community members learn more about competing for federal work.

Federal contracts are a real source of income for local businesses, nonprofits, and other organizations. Knowing how much money comes into Harris County — and from which agencies — helps residents understand what supports jobs and services in their community. Transparency tools like USAspending.gov make this information available to everyone, not just insiders.