Space Technology Research, Development, Demonstration, and Infusion (SpaceTech REDDI-2026)
Grant Opportunity Analysis
NASA Headquarters is set to release the "Space Technology Research, Development, Demonstration, and Infusion (SpaceTech REDDI-2026)" opportunity, aimed at advancing U.S. space technology innovation and competitiveness. This initiative will solicit proposals through various Appendices under the Umbrella NASA Research Announcement (NRA), focusing on transformational space technologies that address critical stakeholder needs and foster economic growth in the expanding space economy. Interested applicants, including educational institutions, industry, and nonprofit organizations, should monitor the NSPIRES website for updates and are encouraged to subscribe to the electronic notification system for announcements. For further inquiries, contact the Space Technology Mission Directorate at HQ-STMD-SpaceTech-REDDI@nasaprs.com. The solicitation is expected to be open for one year, with the official release anticipated around December 9, 2025.
Eligible Applicants
To the greatest extent practicable, participation will be open to all categories of U.S. and non-U.S. organizations, including educational, industry, nonprofit institutions, Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs), University Affiliated Research Centers (UARCs), NASA Centers, the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), and other Government agencies. However, per GCAM 4.0, NASA Centers, NASA civil servants, facilities, and JPL may not be recipients of a NASA grant, cooperative agreement, or subaward from a NASA grant or cooperative agreement recipient. Individual Appendices may identify specific eligibility limitations that apply to that relevant opportunity.