Appendix 26A: Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I
Key Dates
Due Date
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Posted Date
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Agency & Value
Agency
NASA SHARED SERVICES CENTER
Contract Value
Not provided
Codes & Classification
Solicitation Number
80NSSC26R005
NAICS
541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Classification Code
AJ11
Additional Details
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The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), through its Shared Services Center, has issued a solicitation titled "Appendix 26A: Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I" under procurement identifier 80NSSC26R005. This solicitation represents the initial appendix to the NASA SBIR/STTR Program FY2026-2027 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA), specifically inviting proposals for the SBIR Phase I funding opportunity.
The primary purpose of this procurement is to stimulate technological innovation by engaging small businesses in federally funded research and development (R&D) activities that have the potential for commercialization and contribute to NASA’s mission objectives. The scope of the solicitation encompasses research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences, excluding nanotechnology and biotechnology, as classified under NAICS code 541715. The Product Service Code associated with this opportunity is AJ11, further emphasizing its focus on R&D services.
Proposers are directed to consult Chapter 6 of the appendix for detailed proposal submission instructions and Chapter 9 for the technical research topics of interest. These chapters are aligned with the broader BAA, and proposers should note that any specific requirements outlined in this appendix will take precedence over those in the general BAA for this particular opportunity. Comprehensive instructions for proposal preparation are available via the BAA link provided in the notice.
This procurement is set aside exclusively for small businesses, in accordance with SBA guidelines, reinforcing NASA’s commitment to fostering innovation within the small business community. The intended outcome is to select and fund promising Phase I projects that demonstrate technical merit, feasibility, and potential for further development in subsequent SBIR phases.
The contracting activity is managed by the NASA Shared Services Center, a federal office within NASA, ensuring centralized and efficient administration of the solicitation process. Interested parties may direct inquiries to the primary contact, Kenneth E. Albright, or the secondary contact, James Hibbs, both reachable at [email protected] or by phone at 228-813-6127.
The solicitation was posted on April 29, 2026, and remains active, with responses due by May 21, 2026. All relevant documentation and attachments can be accessed through the official SAM.gov opportunity page (https://sam.gov/opp/d260e7429eab467c9f98b0aa40c98418/view).
Contractors considering this opportunity should ensure alignment with the specified NAICS and PSC codes, possess capabilities in R&D within the defined scientific domains, and be prepared to comply with the proposal requirements as outlined in both the appendix and the overarching BAA. This SBIR Phase I solicitation offers a significant avenue for small businesses to contribute innovative solutions to NASA’s research priorities while advancing their own technological and commercial objectives.