Space Technology

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Space Technology

Federal · NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION · #43.012

NASA’s Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD) leads the development, demonstration, and infusion of transformational technologies that enhance NASA’s efforts to explore the unknown in space, benefit life on Earth, and solve critical stakeholder needs. Space technology investments made today are shaping the missions of the future, including to the Moon and Mars, while delivering the cutting-edge technology that will define American leadership in space exploration for years to come. STMD engages and inspires thousands of entrepreneurs, researchers, innovators, and small businesses to sol

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STMD, Space Tech

About this program

NASA’s Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD) leads the development, demonstration, and infusion of transformational technologies that enhance NASA’s efforts to explore the unknown in space, benefit life on Earth, and solve critical stakeholder needs. Space technology investments made today are shaping the missions of the future, including to the Moon and Mars, while delivering the cutting-edge technology that will define American leadership in space exploration for years to come. STMD engages and inspires thousands of entrepreneurs, researchers, innovators, and small businesses to solve the Nation’s toughest challenges. Cutting-edge and impactful space technology research and development take place at NASA Centers, universities, and national laboratories. STMD also leverages partnerships with other Government agencies and commercial industry to change what is possible in space.

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Source: SAM.gov Assistance Listings ↗ · 2026

Informational only — official eligibility is determined by the administering agency.

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