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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.

Planetary Protection Technology Development

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NASA Headquarters is seeking qualified entities to design and develop advanced technologies aimed at preventing biological contamination of spacecraft and planetary bodies during space exploration missions. This subcontract opportunity, classified under NAICS code 334510, focuses on creating innovative solutions that ensure planetary protection standards are met, safeguarding both Earth and extraterrestrial environments from harmful microbial transfer. The work is expected to be performed in Washington and is open to contractors who can demonstrate expertise in astrobiology, sterilization techniques, contamination control systems, and space hardware development. The solicitation was posted on May 18, 2026, with a firm deadline of August 11, 2026, at 3:59 a.m. Eastern Time for submissions. While no set-aside provisions are specified, the project requires a strong technical capability to meet NASA’s stringent planetary protection requirements. Proposers must be prepared to deliver technologies that are reliable, scalable, and compatible with current and future planetary missions, with an emphasis on minimizing forward and backward contamination risks. All interested parties must submit proposals through the SAM.gov portal before the deadline to be considered.

General Info

NASA seeks advanced tech to prevent biological contamination in space missions by August 11, 2026.

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National Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA HeadquartersView Agency

NAICS

334510 - Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Washington, DC, USA

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NONE

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This scope was carved out of NNH26ZDA010L.

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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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Design and develop technologies to prevent biological contamination of spacecraft and planetary bodies during exploration missions.

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Solicitation # NNH25ZDA001N-HWOICA
The Habitable Worlds Observatory Instrument Concept Assessments (HWO-ICA) program, under solicitation NNH25ZDA001N-HWOICA, seeks proposals to mature the HWO mission concept by expanding the exploration of the instrument trade space. The program focuses on analyzing innovative instrument concepts based on scientific opportunity, engineering feasibility, technology maturity, and associated risks. It supports two categories of proposals for a nominal period of approximately two years: Category 1 for U.S.-based institution-led assessments and Category 2 for U.S.-based individuals participating in non-U.S. led programs. Notably, the program supports pre-formulation activities aligned with the HWO Technology Maturation Project Office but does not fund the development of flight hardware or support tools. Proposals are due by October 14, 2026, and must be submitted via the NSPIRES portal. Evaluation will be conducted using dual anonymous peer review. Selected proposals will be funded through firm-fixed-priced contracts or Interagency Agreements. A recent amendment clarifies that unfunded U.S.-based individuals involved in the proposed work may be included as Collaborators for Category 2 proposals. Questions regarding this opportunity are accepted until September 18, 2026, and should be directed to Megan Ansdell.

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