Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #ROSES25
NASA Solicits Heliophysics Foundational Research Proposals (ROSES25 B.2)
Buyer
NASA Headquarters
Posted
February 03, 2026
Respond By
August 31, 2026
Identifier
ROSES25
NAICS
927110, 541715
NASA is inviting proposals for foundational research in heliophysics through its Science Mission Directorate under the ROSES25 B.2 program. - Government Buyer: - National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Headquarters, Science Mission Directorate (SMD) - OEMs and Vendors: - NASA is the only organization explicitly mentioned - Products/Services Requested: - Foundational research services in the field of heliophysics - No specific products, part numbers, or quantities are requested - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Proposals must use the standard SMD Open Science Data Management Plan template - Dual-anonymous review process for proposal evaluation - Awards may be grants, cooperative agreements, or contracts (most will be grants) - Open to U.S. and eligible non-U.S. organizations, but funding is generally for U.S. institutions - No restrictions on teaming arrangements - Period of performance typically three years, but may vary by program element
Description
This solicitation is part of NASA's Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences (ROSES) – 2025, specifically for the B.2 Heliophysics Foundational Research program element. It invites proposals for foundational research in heliophysics, with a dual-anonymous review process and specific submission guidelines. The typical award period is three years, with some variations, and awards may be grants, cooperative agreements, or contracts depending on the work. Proposals must be submitted by May 1, 2026, for Step-1, with Step-2 due dates announced later.