Extravehicular Activity and Human Surface Mobility Technologies - A New Partnering Opportunity
ID: 80JSC022EHPType: Special Notice
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA JOHNSON SPACE CENTERHOUSTON, TX, 77058, USA

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/dada56633cca4bf89e9078f020a38a49/view
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    Description

    NASA's Johnson Space Center is seeking partners to advance technologies related to Extravehicular Activity (EVA) and Human Surface Mobility (HSM) in support of the Artemis missions. The objective is to develop safe, reliable, and effective capabilities that enable astronauts to operate outside spacecraft on and around the Moon, with a focus on high-risk technologies that enhance mission success and productivity. This initiative is crucial for establishing a long-term human presence on the Moon and preparing for future Mars missions. Interested parties should submit their responses by January 16, 2027, and can contact the Technology Development and Partnerships Manager, Stephanie A. Sipila, at stephanie.a.sipila@nasa.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Technology Development and Partnerships Manager, EVA & Human Surface Mobility Program
    Michael.a.berdich@nasa.gov
    Partnership Manager, JSC’s Partnership Development Office
    jsc-partnerships@mail.nasa.gov
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