Award
Definitive Contract #80NSSC26C0245
Definitive Contract for Real-Time Lunar Laser Welding Intelligence
Buyer
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Award Amount
$221,131.00
Ceiling
$221,131.00
Awarded
September 30, 2026
Period of Performance
Sep 30, 2026 – Mar 30, 2027
Identifier
80NSSC26C0245
NAICS
541715
This definitive contract was awarded to Gradient Industrial Robotics Corporation, a company specializing in advanced robotics and automation solutions, to develop real-time weld intelligence technology specifically for lunar laser welding applications. The contract represents a significant step forward for the agency's exploratory and manufacturing capabilities in space, aiming to enhance the precision and reliability of welding processes on the lunar surface. The scope of work includes research and development under the SBIR Phase I program to design and verify innovative welding monitoring systems suitable for the unique challenges of the lunar environment. This award was competitively procured, emphasizing innovation and technical merit in the specialized field of space manufacturing. The project is planned as a short-term, multi-month effort, beginning in late 2026 and concluding in the first half of 2027, with performance taking place in Thousand Oaks, California. The contract does not involve subcontractors or previous related awards, focusing solely on the recipient's expertise to advance this critical technology.
Description
SBIR PHASE I WELD AND VERIFY: REAL-TIME WELD INTELLIGENCE FOR LUNAR LASER WELDING