Space Technology Research, Development, Demonstration, and Infusion (SpaceTech REDDI-2026)
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Can you apply?
This grant is for U.S. and non-U.S. organizations developing space technology solutions. Eligible applicants include educational institutions, for-profit companies, nonprofits, FFRDCs, UARCs, and government agencies. Individual appendices may impose additional eligibility restrictions for specific technology topics.
NASA Centers and civil servants cannot be direct grant recipients. Organizations can participate through subawards under eligible lead applicants.
The grant supports research, development, demonstration, and infusion of space technologies. Proposals are submitted through topic-specific appendices released throughout the year.
⚖️ Cost sharing / matching required — applicants must contribute their own funds.
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Program description
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Headquarters, Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD) will be releasing an Umbrella NASA Research Announcement (NRA) titled “Space Technology Research, Development, Demonstration, and Infusion-2026 (SpaceTech-REDDI-2026)” on or about December 9, 2025.
The solicitation is available by opening the NSPIRES homepage at https://nspires.nasaprs.com/, selecting “Open” under “Solicitations,” and searching “Space Technology Research, Development, Demonstration, and
Infusion-2026 (SpaceTech-REDDI-2026)” un- der Solicitation #/Keyword(s).
Proposals will be solicited through Appendices issued under this Umbrella SpaceTech-REDDI-2026 Solicitation, as technology topics are defined and funding is made available. See STMD Solicitations and Opportunities (https://www.nasa.gov/stmd-solicitations-and-opportunities/) for anticipated releases.
Once new Appendices are released, interested parties will be able to access the Appendices by selecting “Open” under “Solicitations,” and searching “SpaceTech- REDDI-2026” in the “Solicitation #/ Keyword(s)” search area, and then selecting “List of Open Program Elements”. It is anticipated that this Umbrella NRA Solicitation (SpaceTech-REDDI-2026) will be open for one year and Umbrella SpaceTech-REDDI Solicitations will be issued annually.
NASA STMD leads the development, demonstration, and infusion of transformational space technologies that solve critical stakeholder needs. As the tech base for civil space, STMD advances technology to sup- port future NASA, other government, and commercial missions. STMD investments aim to (1) advance U.S. space technology innovation and competitiveness in a global context, (2) encourage technology driven economic growth with an emphasis on the expanding space economy, and (3) inspire and develop a powerful U.S. aerospace technology community. STMD bolsters and funds ideas from entrepreneurs, researchers, and innovators across the country. Space technology research and development occurs at NASA centers, universi- ties, national labs, and small businesses.
Interested proposers should monitor the NSPIRES website. NASA Headquarters maintains an electronic notification system to alert interested parties of program announcements, including solicitations and associated amendments. Subscription to this service is free to all registered users of NSPIRES at https://nspires.nasaprs.com. To add or change a subscription to the electronic notification system for a specific pro- gram or a NASA Mission Directorate, users should login to the database system and select “Account Management,” then “Email Subscriptions.” It is the responsibility of the prospective proposer to check this solicitation’s NSPIRES page for updates.
Further questions concerning the Space Tech-REDDI-2026 solicitation may be sub- mitted to: HQ-STMD-SpaceTech-REDDI@nasaprs.com. Responses to inquiries will be answered by e-mail and may also be included in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document located on the NSPIRES page associated with the solicitation; anonymity of persons/institutions who submit questions will be preserved.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Proposal/Project Narrative
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Organizational Capability Statement
- Team Resumes/CVs
- Letters of Support (if partnerships involved)
Program contact
- 👤 Dooyoung Kim Grantor
- 📧 HQ-STMD-SpaceTech-REDDI@nasaprs.com
- 📞 2408779964
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 43.012 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$16,999,769
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$15,317,947
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$15,000,000
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$15,000,000
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$15,000,000
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$12,000,000
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$12,000,000
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$5,894,551
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$4,747,599
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$4,498,166
Top States by Funding
- CA 17 awards $40.1M
- GA 6 awards $26.4M
- CO 5 awards $20.2M
- MI 3 awards $19.6M
- TX 7 awards $18.6M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 43.012). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $68,553,702 | |
| 2025 | $62,203,060 | |
| 2026 est. | $55,000,000 |
FAQ
What types of organizations can apply for SpaceTech REDDI-2026?
U.S. and non-U.S. educational institutions, companies, nonprofits, FFRDCs, UARCs, and other government agencies. NASA Centers and civil servants cannot be direct recipients.
What is the application timeline?
The umbrella solicitation opened December 2025 and will remain open for one year. Topic-specific appendices release throughout the year with varying deadlines.
What activities does this grant support?
Research, development, demonstration, and infusion of transformational space technologies. Funding supports projects at universities, national labs, small businesses, and private industry.
How competitive is this grant?
Very competitive. This is a major NASA initiative attracting proposals from researchers and companies across the country. Quality technical merit is critical.
What funding amounts are available?
Award amounts vary by topic appendix. Check specific appendix details on NSPIRES for funding ranges and project duration expectations.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Register in NSPIRES now and set up email subscriptions to receive announcements when topic appendices are released. Do not wait until deadline.
- Review past SpaceTech REDDI solicitations to understand NASA's technology priorities and evaluation criteria before writing your proposal.
- Demonstrate how your technology addresses critical stakeholder needs and supports future NASA, government, or commercial missions.
- Build partnerships with multiple institutional types (universities, industry, national labs). Diverse teams are competitive.
- Start proposal writing early. NASA grants require substantial technical detail, feasibility analysis, and institutional commitment documentation.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Submitting generic proposals without clear alignment to specific technology topics in announced appendices. Unclear demonstration pathways from research to real-world application. Insufficient detail on technical feasibility, team qualifications, or project management approach.
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