Space Technology Research, Development, Demonstration, and Infusion (SpaceTech REDDI-2025)
ID: NNH25ZTR001NType: Presolicitation
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA HEADQUARTERSWASHINGTON, DC, 20546, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life SciencesT (54171)

PSC

SPACE R&D SERVICES; SPACE FLIGHT, RESEARCH AND SUPPORTING ACTIVITIES; BASIC RESEARCH (AR11)

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https://sam.gov/opp/3966a718ca32488bb4f1d37a9d58df3a/view
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    Description

    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Headquarters is set to release a presolicitation for the "Space Technology Research, Development, Demonstration, and Infusion-2025 (SpaceTech-REDDI-2025)" initiative on or about November 1, 2024. This opportunity aims to solicit proposals through various Appendices under the Umbrella NASA Research Announcement (NRA), focusing on advancing U.S. space technology innovation and competitiveness while fostering economic growth in the expanding space economy. The Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD) encourages diverse ideas from entrepreneurs, researchers, and innovators, with the solicitation expected to remain open for one year and annual follow-up solicitations planned. Interested parties should monitor the NSPIRES website for updates and can direct inquiries to HQ-STMD-SpaceTech-REDDI@nasaprs.com.

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    Space Technology Mission Directorate
    HQ-STMD-SpaceTech-REDDI@nasaprs.com
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