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NASA SBIR Phase I (BAA, Appendix A & B)

Funds exploratory feasibility research for small businesses in aeronautics, space technology, and exploration development.

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NASA SBIR Phase I is the feasibility stage of the Small Business Innovation Research program operated by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Phase I establishes the scientific, technical, and commercial merit and feasibility of a proposed innovation aligned with NASA mission technology needs. Under the new 2026–2027 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) model — a structural change from th…

What this grant funds

NASA mission technology areas as specified in Appendix A and B subtopics (aeronautics, space technology, science, exploration systems).

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Multiple per year
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.—
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.6 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: www.nasa.gov