Bid guide
How to bid on Spacecraft Electrical Power Systems (Pre-RFI) for JPL
What JPL is buying and why it matters
The Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), managed by Caltech for NASA, is conducting market research for small businesses to support spacecraft electrical power systems. This Request for Information (RFI) is to identify qualified small businesses, including joint ventures or teams led by a small business, with experience across the full lifecycle of these systems.
JPL is interested in capabilities related to electrical power systems (EPS), solar arrays, batteries, power electronics and distribution, high-power and high-voltage systems, direct-drive architectures, energy storage, and power management and distribution. Specific experience with solar array performance and degradation, and spacecraft power interactions with electric propulsion systems, is particularly relevant. Responding to this RFI is an opportunity to introduce your firm to JPL for potential future solicitations.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This RFI was published on September 01, 2026. The deadline for submissions is October 02, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET. All required attachment documents must be completed and submitted to the JPL Small Business Programs Office by this time.
JPL will also host three webinars to address questions live. These are scheduled for Tuesday, September 22, 2026, from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM PT; Wednesday, September 23, 2026, from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT; and Thursday, September 24, 2026, from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT. Contract Technical Managers, the Subcontracts Manager, and representatives from the JPL Small Business Programs Office may attend these sessions.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for small businesses, small-business joint ventures, or teams led by a small business, that have demonstrated experience in spacecraft electrical power systems. Firms with expertise in the design, development, analysis, integration, testing, and qualification of these systems are encouraged to respond.
Relevant categories of work include equipment and services related to solar arrays, batteries, power electronics, high-power and high-voltage systems, energy storage, and power management and distribution for spacecraft applications. Firms with specific experience in solar array performance and degradation, and spacecraft power interactions with electric propulsion systems, are especially encouraged.
How to respond to this RFI
To respond, you must first access the original source of the opportunity. Click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to a homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though this is not always required.
Once you have accessed the opportunity, download and complete the attachment documents. These completed documents must then be submitted to the JPL Small Business Programs Office (SBPO) via email at [email protected]. Ensure your submission is sent before the October 02, 2026, 6:00 PM ET deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When responding to an RFI, clearly articulate your firm's specific experience and capabilities that directly align with the agency's stated needs. Focus on demonstrating your expertise in spacecraft electrical power systems, including any relevant past projects or technical achievements.
Pay close attention to the requested information in the attachment documents and complete all sections thoroughly and accurately. Highlight any unique or specialized capabilities your firm possesses, especially those related to solar array performance, degradation, or interactions with electric propulsion systems. Attending the webinars can provide valuable insights into JPL's specific interests and allow you to ask clarifying questions directly to agency representatives.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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