Fission Surface Power System - Second Draft Announcement for Partnership Proposals
ID: 80GRC025FSPS_Second_Draft_AFPPType: Presolicitation
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA GLENN RESEARCH CENTERCLEVELAND, OH, 44135, USA

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SPACE R&D SVCS; SPACE FLIGHT, RESEARCH & SUPPORTING ACTIVITIES; R&D FACILITIES & MAJ EQUIP (AR15)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/f653f35bd344451d990625943861caa0/view
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    NASA's Glenn Research Center (GRC) is inviting industry feedback on the Second Draft Announcement for Partnership Proposals (AFPP) related to the Fission Surface Power (FSP) System, under Announcement No. 80GRC025FSPS. The initiative aims to develop lunar surface power capabilities and stimulate the space industrial base for a future lunar economy, with a focus on establishing partnerships for advanced fission surface power technology. This competitive acquisition will lead to one or more Funded Space Act Agreements (FSAAs), and interested parties are encouraged to provide comments on the draft by December 12, 2025. Virtual one-on-one sessions with the FSP Program Executive team will be available from December 15-19, 2025, and further details can be obtained by contacting Matthew Evans at Matthew.T.Evans@nasa.gov.

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    Matthew.T.Evans@nasa.gov
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    Attachment 1 - Draft Suggested System Capabilities.pdf
    This NASA document outlines the desired capabilities for a Future Space Power (FSP) system, intended for partners developing such systems. Key requirements include automated operation to reduce reliance on continuous communication, and robust fault detection, isolation, and recovery mechanisms. The system must support autonomous restarts without external power and adhere to strict wire and cable derating criteria. User interface specifications demand a minimum of 10 connector ports at 120VDC with a 6kWe power rating, accommodating user loads from 0 to 100%. Critical safety features include protection against credible hazards for equipment and personnel, clearly marked Keep Out Zones and No Touch Areas for crew safety, and the adoption of a safety process similar to NASA's Payload Safety Process. Specific to reactor operations, the flight reactor must not be operated at power prior to deployment to minimize pre-launch radiation hazards, and the system must prevent inadvertent reactor criticality under both normal and accident conditions, aligning with NSPM-20 risk criteria.
    Attachment 2 - Draft Entity Eligibility Questionnaire.pdf
    The "Entity Eligibility Questionnaire" is a critical component for organizations responding to Announcement 80GRC025FSPS for the Fission Surface Power System effort. It requires proposers and their partners to certify eligibility based on several criteria. These include organizational type (for-profit, S corporation, partnership, LLC, sole proprietorship, or none), legal organization under U.S. laws, and majority ownership and control by U.S. nationals. If not majority U.S.-owned, organizations must demonstrate substantial commitment to the U.S. market through investments in R&D, manufacturing, and significant contributions to U.S. employment. Failure to meet these requirements renders an organization ineligible. The form also allows for additional relevant information and includes a certification affirming the truth and accuracy of the provided responses, with warnings about potential sanctions for false statements.
    Attachment 3 - Draft Milestone Cost Summary Template.xlsx
    The provided document, titled "General Price Information," is a template for submitting detailed cost breakdowns for government projects, likely within the context of federal RFPs or grants from NASA. It requires participants (businesses) to provide their name, address, CAGE Code, and periods of performance. A key point of contact for pricing information must also be designated. The core of the document is a comprehensive cost summary section, broken down by milestones for both a base period (Milestones 1-7) and an option period (Milestones 8-12). For each milestone, the participant must specify the Government Share, Partner Share, and Partner Share percentage. Additionally, a "PHASED COST SUMMARY" is included, requiring a breakdown of total costs across fiscal years from FY2026 to FY2031. This structure ensures a clear and transparent presentation of project costs over its duration, facilitating financial oversight and planning for government agencies.
    Attachment 4 - Draft Model FSAA.pdf
    Attachment 5 - Draft Model Government Partnership Plan.pdf
    The Fission Surface Power (FSP) System Government Partnership Plan outlines the collaboration between NASA and its partners for developing and deploying fission surface power systems. The plan details the purpose, approach, and team structure, emphasizing NASA's role in monitoring progress, providing assistance, and addressing regulatory and safety concerns. Key aspects include quarterly program management reviews, facility and data access protocols, regulatory and safety process evaluations, and a structured approach to monitoring and evaluating milestone progress. The plan also establishes formal feedback mechanisms to ensure project objectives are met and potential issues are addressed, ultimately enabling future NASA commercial power usage and successful FSP system deployment.
    Attachment 7 - Draft Offeror Instructions for Uploading Proposal Files.pdf
    Draft Announcement for Partnership Proposals.pdf
    The document is a draft Announcement for Partnership Proposals, 80GRC025FSPS, for a Fission Surface Power System, issued by the NASA Glenn Research Center. Dated December 5, 2025, the proposal due date is listed as “TBD.” This announcement indicates an upcoming opportunity for external organizations to partner with NASA on the development of fission surface power technology, likely through a federal grant or contract, aligning with government initiatives for advanced space power systems.
    FSPS Second Draft Announcement Cover Letter.pdf
    NASA's Glenn Research Center (GRC) has issued a Second Draft Announcement for Partnership Proposals (AFPP) for the Fission Surface Power (FSP) System (Announcement No. 80GRC025FSPS). The initiative seeks to establish lunar surface power and stimulate the space industrial base for a future lunar economy. NASA GRC invites industry feedback on all aspects of the draft AFPP, including requirements, schedule, proposal instructions, evaluation approaches, and potential risks, by December 12, 2025. This competitive acquisition will lead to one or more Funded Space Act Agreements (FSAAs). Virtual one-on-one sessions with the FSP Program Executive team are available from December 15-19, 2025. The final AFPP is anticipated in early 2026 and will be available on SAM.gov. This draft is not a solicitation and does not obligate NASA GRC to any costs.
    One on One Sessions.pdf
    NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC) is hosting virtual one-on-one sessions for the Fission Surface Power (FSP) System, specifically for the Second Draft AFPP. These 30-minute sessions will occur virtually via Microsoft Teams from December 15-19, 2025, between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM. The purpose is to facilitate additional discussions, clarifications, and questions with industry participants regarding the FSP Second Draft AFPP. Interested U.S. citizens must register by emailing Holly Walburn at Holly.N.Walburn@nasa.gov by 5:00 PM EST on December 11, 2025, providing company and personal details. Only registered individuals will receive the Teams link and be granted access. Attendance is optional and does not affect proposal evaluations. Participants should monitor sam.gov for updates.
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