Opportunity

Federal Register #26042

NASA Requests Comments on ATLAS Technology Licensing Information Collection Revision

Buyer

National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Posted

July 28, 2026

Respond By

August 27, 2026

Identifier

26042

NASA is seeking public and federal agency feedback on its proposed update to the Automated Technology Licensing Application System (ATLAS) information collection process. - Government Buyer: - National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) - Purpose: - Collect information from companies and individuals applying for a patent license for NASA-patented technologies - Applicants must submit: - Business and/or commercialization plan - Supporting documentation (e.g., certificates of incorporation, financial statements, revenue/royalty projections) - NASA uses this information to evaluate the applicant's ability to commercialize the technology - No OEMs or vendors are specified, as this is not a procurement for products or services - No products, part numbers, or quantities are requested - Notable Requirements: - Detailed business and commercialization plans are required for patent license applicants - Supporting documentation must demonstrate the applicant's capability to bring NASA technologies to market

Description

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking comments on the revision of the information collection titled "Automated Technology Licensing Application System (ATLAS)." This collection involves a license application process for companies and individuals wishing to obtain a patent license for NASA patented technology. Applicants must provide a business plan and supporting documentation to demonstrate their capability to commercialize NASA technologies. The information collected is used by NASA to ensure that licensees have a solid plan for development and marketing of the invention.

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