Space Technology Research, Development, Demonstration, and Infusion (SpaceTech REDDI-2026)

The Space Technology Research, Development, Demonstration, and Infusion (SpaceTech REDDI) initiative is a flagship funding program administered by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), specifically under the Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD). It serves as NASA's umbrella funding opportunity for Fiscal Year 2026 to support transformational space technologies that address the agency’s evolving mission priorities. These priorities align with broader national strategies, including lunar exploration, Mars missions, and the advancement of a robust and innovative space technology base. The announcement number for this opportunity is NNH26ZTR001N and it is listed under Assistance Listing Number 43.012. SpaceTech REDDI does not offer direct funding under this umbrella solicitation; rather, it serves as the overarching framework through which individual appendices—each with its own focus area, funding availability, and submission deadlines—are released. The appendices will detail funding levels, ranging from $84,000 to $2 million per award, depending on the project scope. The funding instrument may vary, including grants, cooperative agreements, or contracts, and the anticipated number of awards could reach up to 300, based on funding availability and proposal quality. Each appendix will specify the applicable period of performance, which may span from one year to several years, depending on the activity scale. Eligibility is designed to be broadly inclusive. U.S. and non-U.S. entities, including educational institutions, industry, nonprofits, Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs), and other government organizations may apply. However, restrictions apply to NASA Centers and JPL in terms of grant and subaward receipt. Foreign participants are typically supported on a no-exchange-of-funds basis unless exceptions are clearly stated. Proposals involving collaboration with China or Chinese-owned entities are strictly prohibited, in compliance with federal statutes. Each appendix will lay out submission timelines and may include mandatory or optional Notices of Intent (NOI). Proposals must be submitted through either NSPIRES or Grants.gov, depending on the instructions specific to each appendix. Application components typically include a cover page, technical and management sections, budget forms, biographical sketches, data management plans, and potentially a Quad Chart or Summary Chart. Required certifications and assurances must also be completed as part of the submission process. All proposals must be submitted electronically, and paper or emailed submissions will not be accepted. Proposals are reviewed through a combination of administrative, technical, and programmatic evaluations, with some using Dual Anonymous Peer Review (DAPR) to ensure unbiased assessment. Evaluation criteria generally include relevance, technical and management approaches, and cost realism. NASA’s goal is to notify applicants of award status as early as possible, though timelines may shift based on federal budget cycles. Selected applicants will receive formal notices of award via NASA Form 1687. Grant performance periods and reporting obligations are also governed by federal regulations and NASA’s Grant and Cooperative Agreement Manual (GCAM). The SpaceTech REDDI umbrella announcement remains in effect from December 9, 2025, to December 8, 2026. Given the recurring nature of this solicitation and its integral role in NASA’s innovation pipeline, future appendices are anticipated to follow a similar annual release cycle. Interested applicants are encouraged to regularly monitor NSPIRES for updates and new appendix releases.

Follow appendix-specific proposal instructions carefully. Do not submit to the general email. Use correct PDF format and platform; proposals may be rejected for non-compliance.