STTROpen

Adaptive and Intelligent Space (AIS)

Solicitation ID25.D
Agency
DOD
USAF
Deadline
May 13, 2026
Closed
Posted Date
Sep 3, 2025
Classification
STTR
Phase: BOTH

STTR Opportunity Analysis

The United States Space Force, working through Task Force Futures and SpaceWERX, is seeking small-business research proposals to advance the Adaptive and Intelligent Space Challenge for autonomous, resilient space operations. The work centers on Phase I feasibility studies for technologies in edge computing and algorithms, sensor payloads, or modular bus design that can improve space domain awareness, satellite coordination, and decision-making across contested orbital environments. Proposals must include an initial concept of operations, technical feasibility analysis, and collaboration with a research institution, with attention to autonomous behavior, modularity, and mission relevance in LEO, GEO, XGEO, and cislunar space. The Phase I proposal is limited to 10 pages, the AIS Phase I Showcase will be held in El Segundo, CA near the end of the period of performance, and applications are due May 13, 2026 at 16:00 UTC.

SBIR Documents

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Related SBIR/STTR Opportunities

Opportunity Snapshot

Source SystemOfficial Link
Program Type
STTR - BOTH
Agency
DOD / USAF

Key Dates

Release DateSep 3, 2025
Open DateApr 13, 2026
Application DueMay 13, 2026
Close DateMay 13, 2026