Appendix 26B: Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Phase I Funding Opportunity
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is soliciting proposals for the Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Phase I funding opportunity as part of its FY2026-2027 SBIR/STTR Program. This is Appendix 26B to the Broad Agency Announcement (BAA), targeting small businesses and research institutions to develop innovative technologies. Proposals are due May 21, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks proposals for STTR Phase I projects focusing on unique innovations within 11 specific STTR subtopics across 8 technical themes, including Aeronautics Research, Space Transportation, Surface Infrastructure, Quantum Computing, and Biotechnology Applications. Phase I deliverables include studies, quantitative analysis, preliminary laboratory demonstrations, and a defined path to space qualification. Successful Phase I projects may lead to Phase II, which involves prototype systems, hardware, and documentation for NASA field centers.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (Broad Agency Announcement Appendix)
- Contract Type: STTR Phase I Funding Opportunity
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: May 21, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published Date: April 21, 2026
- Submission Method: Electronic via ProSAMS (https://prosams.nasa.gov/)
Key Requirements
Offerors are limited to submitting a maximum of two (2) proposals for this funding opportunity, each based on a unique innovation and limited to one subtopic. Technical proposals must not exceed 15 pages (8.5x11 inches with one-inch margins). The Help Desk will not guarantee timely answers after May 20, 2026, 5:00 PM ET.
Evaluation Criteria
Proposals will be evaluated based on criteria detailed in Attachment 26B.1 STTR Phase I Evaluation Rubric. Key areas of focus include:
- Scientific/Technical Merit and Feasibility
- Experience/Qualifications/Facilities
- Work Plan Effectiveness
- Commercial Potential
Additional Notes
This Appendix 26B takes precedence over the main BAA in case of conflicting requirements. The Product Service Code for this opportunity is AJ11 (General Science And Technology R&D Services; General Science And Technology; Basic Research).