NIAC Phase I Forum 7 October 2026
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On 7 October 2026, the Physics of the Cosmos Community hosted the NIAC Phase I Forum to solicit proposals for early-stage feasibility studies of innovative concepts. The forum aimed to address national, government, and commercial aerospace goals through transformative investments in future NASA and commercial capabilities. NIAC Phase I seeks proposals for concepts that demonstrate an unexplored and highly innovative approach within a representative mission frame.
The Technology Readiness Level (TRL) for Phase I concepts should be TRL 2 or lower. Eligibility for the program is open to all categories of U.S. organizations, with non-U.S. organizations allowed to partner but not lead studies. The Proposer's Virtual Forum took place on the forum date, with Step A proposals due on 28 October 2026, Step B invitations issued on 8 December 2026, Step B proposals due on 13 January 2027, and anticipated award notifications in April 2027.
The award duration is expected to be 9 months, with a typical award amount not exceeding $225,000. Dr. Phillip Williams, Acting NIAC Program Executive, is the program contact for the solicitation.
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