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This Government Contract opportunity from National Aeronautics And Space Administration was posted on May 18, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Astrobiology Research Services

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The contract seeks research services in astrobiology with a focus on life detection, the origin of life, and biological adaptation to space environments. It is issued as a subcontract under NASA Headquarters and is classified under NAICS code 541710, which corresponds to research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. The opportunity was posted on May 18, 2026, with a response deadline of August 11, 2026, at 3:59 AM Eastern Time. Performance is expected to take place in Washington, though the exact location or facility is not specified. The contract does not indicate any set-aside provisions for small businesses or other categories, and no point of contact details are provided in the public data. Interested parties must submit proposals through the SAM.gov portal prior to the deadline to be considered for award.

General Info

Astrobiology research contract under NASA for life detection and space adaptation, due August 11, 2026, via SAM.gov.

NAICS

541710 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences

Place of Performance

Washington, DC, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of NNH26ZDA010L.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Request for Information (RFI): Private Sector Partnerships in Astrobiology, Planetary Protection, and Space Biology

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AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Headquarters
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Conduct research in astrobiology, including life detection, origin of life studies, and biological adaptation in space environments.

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