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Autonomous On Orbit Logistics and Sustainment Architecture

Department of War · Air Force · SBIR Topic · 26.BX

posted 2 September 2026 · closes 21 October 2026

Summary

The Department of the Air Force Materiel Command issued an SBIR Direct to Phase II topic seeking prototype-ready technologies for an autonomous on‑orbit logistics and sustainment architecture that can resupply, refuel, repair, recover, and reconstitute U.S. space assets across multiple orbital regimes. The effort aims to create a resilient, multi‑orbit logistics backbone for the Space Force, emphasizing autonomy, integration with depot and servicing vehicles, and operation in contested environments.

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