Award
Definitive Contract #80NSSC26C0186
Definitive Contract for Phase I SBIR Cislunar Link Architecture Research
Buyer
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Award Amount
$224,959.00
Ceiling
$224,959.00
Awarded
September 30, 2026
Period of Performance
Sep 30, 2026 – Mar 30, 2027
Identifier
80NSSC26C0186
NAICS
541715
This award represents a definitive contract issued to A10 Systems Inc., a company engaged in advanced technology solutions, for conducting research under the Phase I Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program. The contract focuses on developing a cislunar link architecture using adaptive reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RIS) and intelligent non-terrestrial networks (NTN), advancing satellite communication capabilities beyond Earth orbit. This significant contract supports NASA's strategic goals in space communication technology, enhancing future space missions and infrastructure. The scope includes designing, analyzing, and testing innovative communication system architectures within a specialized timeframe. The contract was awarded through a competitive process, reflecting the agency's commitment to fostering innovative research. The performance period covers a multi-month effort in Lowell, Massachusetts, with a focus on initial system development and feasibility analysis.
Description
PHASE I SBIR - CISLUNAR LINK ARCHITECTURE USING ADAPTIVE RIS AND INTELLIGENT NTN SYSTEMS (CLARITY)