ContractPresolicitationTotal Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

NASA SBIR/STTR FY 2026-2027 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION• 80NSSC26R0003
Response Deadline
Sep 30, 2027
507 days left
Days Remaining
507
Until deadline
Set-Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Notice Type
Presolicitation

Contract Opportunity Analysis

NASA is seeking proposals from small businesses through its FY 2026-2027 SBIR/STTR Broad Agency Announcement to support research and development for Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer projects. The program covers Phase I and Phase II work, with each appendix setting the specific research subtopics, proposal instructions, and opportunity-specific requirements for a given funding call. The BAA is effective through September 30, 2027 and notes increased maximum award values of $225,000 for Phase I and $1,275,000 for Phase II, with Technical and Business Assistance funds included in those totals; it also emphasizes SAM.gov and SBA Company Registry registration and due diligence related to foreign affiliations. NASA will release appendices throughout the BAA period, with about two to three appendices anticipated each fiscal year, and the primary solicitation contact is Kenneth E. Albright at Agency-SBIR-STTRSolicitation@mail.nasa.gov.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
541715
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
PSC Code
AJ11
GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY R&D SERVICES; GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY; BASIC RESEARCH

Solicitation Documents

2 Files
NASA 2026-2027 SBIR STTR Broad Agency Announcement.pdf
PDF•886 KB•Apr 29, 2026
AI Summary
The NASA Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs' Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) outlines requirements for small businesses to submit proposals for Phase I and Phase II research and development projects. This BAA, effective through September 30, 2027, will be supplemented by appendices detailing specific funding opportunities, dates, and technical subtopics. The program aims to stimulate technological innovation, utilize small businesses for federal R&D needs, encourage participation from emerging businesses, and increase commercialization of federally funded R&D. Key changes for 2026-2027 include a transition to a BAA structure, increased maximum award values ($225,000 for Phase I and $1,275,000 for Phase II), and the inclusion of Technical and Business Assistance (TABA) funds within the total award value. Eligibility requirements, proposal preparation instructions, evaluation criteria, and important considerations like SAM.gov and SBIR Company Registry registrations, as well as disclosures of foreign affiliations, are detailed. The document also describes the three-phase program, post-Phase II opportunities, and resources like NASA Technology Available for SBIR Use and the I-Corps program.
SF30 80NSSC26R0003 SBIR STTR BAA Mod 1.pdf
PDF•1083 KB•Apr 29, 2026
AI Summary
The NASA SBIR/STTR Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) outlines the requirements for small businesses to submit proposals for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Phase I and II projects. This BAA details program objectives, funding information, eligibility criteria, and proposal preparation instructions. Key changes for 2026-2027 include the use of a BAA with appendices for specific funding opportunities, increased maximum award values ($225,000 for Phase I and $1,275,000 for Phase II), and the inclusion of Technical and Business Assistance (TABA) funds within total award values. The document also emphasizes a due diligence program to assess security risks, particularly foreign affiliations, and mandates registrations with the SBA Company Registry and System for Award Management (SAM.gov). Proposals must adhere to strict formatting and page limits, and contain specific forms including a Proposal Summary, Budget, and Technical Proposal. The program aims to stimulate technological innovation, meet federal R&D needs, and foster commercialization by small businesses.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedApr 17, 2026
amendedLatest AmendmentApr 29, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineSep 30, 2027
expiryArchive DateOct 15, 2027

Agency Information

Department
NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION
Sub-Tier
NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION
Office
NASA SHARED SERVICES CENTER

Point of Contact

Name
Kenneth E. Albright

Official Sources

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