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Spacecraft Electrical ?Power Systems (Pre-RFI Market Research)

National Aeronautics and Space Administration · NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION · Sources Sought · SBPO-2610-03092026

posted 1 September 2026 · closes 30 October 2026 · NAICS 336414 · 2 postings

Summary

NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory is conducting market research to identify small businesses that can support spacecraft electrical power systems, including solar arrays, batteries, and high‑power electronics throughout the design and testing lifecycle. The effort focuses on capabilities such as power management, direct‑drive architectures, and integration with electric propulsion, indicating a need for advanced space‑qualified power technology.

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