SBIR / STTR #STTR_26B_P1

NASA SBIR/STTR Phase I: Hardware for Microgravity Physical Sciences Research

NASA is seeking proposals under its SBIR/STTR Phase I program for hardware development to support long-duration microgravity physical sciences research. - Government Buyer: - NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; solicitation is open to innovative technology developers - Products/Services Requested: - Hardware development for microgravity physical sciences research - Prototype test facilities for combustion, fluid physics, and soft matter research - Solutions must support research on platforms such as Commercial LEO Destinations, Artemis landers, and other relevant vehicles for lunar and Martian exploration - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on enabling long-duration research in microgravity environments - Hardware must be suitable for use on a variety of space platforms, including those supporting lunar and Mars missions - Focus on early-stage, innovative R&D solutions; no part numbers or specific quantities provided - This is a research and development solicitation, not a procurement of commercial off-the-shelf products

Description

This solicitation is part of NASA's SBIR/STTR program for the year 2026, focusing on unlocking the orbital economy. It is designated as topic ORBECON under solicitation number STTR_26B_P1. The solicitation is open for Phase I projects, with a release date of April 21, 2026, and a close date of May 21, 2026. Interested parties should refer to the official NASA SBIR/STTR website for submission guidelines and updates.

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