NASA SBIR/STTR FY 2026-2027 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)
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) has issued a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for its SBIR/STTR Program for Fiscal Years 2026-2027. This BAA (80NSSC26R0003) establishes the framework for small businesses to submit proposals for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR), including SBIR Ignite, and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Phase I and Phase II projects. Specific funding opportunities, research subtopics, and proposal deadlines will be released through appendices to this BAA. The BAA is effective through September 30, 2027.
Scope of Work
NASA seeks research and development activities from small businesses to stimulate technological innovation, address federal R&D needs, encourage participation from undercapitalized small businesses, and increase the commercial application of innovations. Proposals are sought for Phase I and Phase II projects, with specific research and technology subtopics detailed in subsequent appendices. NASA anticipates releasing 2-3 appendices per fiscal year.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for SBIR/STTR
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Phase I Contracts:
- SBIR/SBIR Ignite: Max $225,000 for 6 months.
- STTR: Max $225,000 for 13 months.
- Phase II Contracts:
- SBIR/SBIR Ignite/STTR: Max $1,275,000 for 24 months (or less for STTR).
- Technical and Business Assistance (TABA) funds are included within award values (Max $6,500 for Phase I, $50,000 for Phase II).
- BAA Effective Period: Through September 30, 2027.
- Proposal Due Dates: Will be specified in individual appendices.
- Published Date: April 29, 2026.
Eligibility & Evaluation
- Eligibility: Must be a Small Business Concern (SBC) with no more than 500 employees. Specific small business participation percentages apply (e.g., 67% for Phase I SBIR). Principal Investigators must meet primary employment requirements. Registrations in SAM.gov and the SBIR Company Registry are required. NAICS codes 541713 or 541715 are required at the time of award. Offerors must disclose foreign affiliations.
- Evaluation: NASA uses a multi-stage review process including administrative, technical responsiveness, technical/commercial evaluation, and price. Evaluation criteria will be detailed in specific appendices. NASA does not make awards solely for system studies, market research, or routine engineering.
Key Changes (Amendment 1)
Amendment 1 (SF30 80NSSC26R0003 SBIR STTR BAA Mod 1.pdf) modifies the BAA by removing references to "weighting, and definitions" and "opportunity-specific rubric" in sections 4.1.3, 4.1.4, and 4.2. It also clarifies language regarding required signatories for government resource usage and adds the clause FAR 52.222-90 Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors (APR 2026) (DEVIATION APR 2026). Bidders should review the revised BAA for full details.
Additional Notes
Post-Phase II opportunities exist. NASA partners with NSF for the I-Corps program for Phase I awardees. Proposals containing classified information will not be considered.