Rocket Lab USA Inc. is one of seven companies awarded modifications to the National Security Space Launch (NSSL) Phase 3 Lane 1 contract. The U.S. Air Force increased the cumulative contract ceiling by $11.4 billion. This modification elevates the total face value of the agreement to $17 billion.
The award establishes Rocket Lab as a key launch provider for critical national security missions. This expansion significantly grows the company's potential revenue pipeline from the U.S. government. Work will be assigned through individual task orders.
No funds were obligated at the time of the July 17, 2026, announcement. The contract positions Rocket Lab alongside major competitors Blue Origin and SpaceX for future government launches.