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This subcontract opportunity with the NASA Shared Services Center seeks a Specialized R&D Technical Consultant or Research Partner to support small business primes on SBIR/STTR projects. The selected partner will provide high-level expertise in fields such as robotics, materials science, Earth science, and propulsion to conduct mathematical modeling, literature reviews, and laboratory experiments. The primary objective is to validate technical feasibility for Phase I projects or support prototype development for Phase II, resulting in the delivery of proof-of-concept results, validated data sets, and technical reports. The opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 541715 and is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside per FAR 19.5. It was posted on April 29, 2026, with a response deadline of September 30, 2027. This role is specifically designed to provide critical technical analysis and scientific research capabilities to ensure the success of NASA's small business innovation initiatives.

General Info

NASA seeks R&D consultants for SBIR/STTR technical support, modeling, and prototype development.

Agency

National Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Shared Services Center

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

MS

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of 80NSSC26R0003.

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NASA SBIR/STTR FY 2026-2027 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)

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AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Shared Services Center
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Organization / AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Shared Services Center
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Performs specialized scientific research and technical analysis for small business primes on NASA SBIR/STTR projects. Conducts literature reviews, mathematical modeling, and laboratory experiments to validate technical feasibility for Phase I or prototype development for Phase II. Provides expertise in propulsion, materials science, robotics, or Earth science. Delivers technical reports, validated data sets, and proof-of-concept results.

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