Bid guide
How to bid on a Technology Transfer Licensing Opportunity from NASA
What NASA is buying and why it matters
NASA is offering a technology transfer licensing opportunity for its one-piece liquid rocket thrust chamber assembly. This technology uses 3D printing and a composite overwrap to create a lighter, more reliable thrust chamber by eliminating complex joints found in traditional designs. The weight reduction is over 40%.
This opportunity is for businesses interested in commercializing, manufacturing, and marketing this NASA-developed technology. NASA is not providing funding with these licenses, but seeks public-private partnerships to accelerate reliable spaceflight hardware into the US supply chain.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This opportunity was published on March 24, 2026. The deadline to express interest and submit a license application is March 02, 2027, at 4:00 PM ET. Applications must be submitted through NASA’s Automated Technology Licensing Application System (ATLAS).
Responses are used by NASA’s Technology Transfer Program for public awareness, market research, and to gauge interest in future licensing. No follow-on procurement is expected from responses to this notice.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for companies with expertise in advanced manufacturing, particularly 3D printing and large-scale additive manufacturing technologies. Firms involved in aerospace components, rocket propulsion systems, or related high-performance engineering would find this relevant.
The technology falls under the equipment category, specifically for specialized aerospace components. Businesses capable of commercializing, manufacturing, and marketing advanced spaceflight hardware are ideal candidates.
How to respond
To express interest, you need to submit a license application through NASA’s Automated Technology Licensing Application System (ATLAS).
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Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your application, clearly articulate your company's capabilities in commercializing and manufacturing advanced technologies. Highlight your experience with 3D printing, additive manufacturing, and any relevant aerospace or propulsion system development.
Focus on your business plan for bringing this technology to market, including your proposed strategies for manufacturing, marketing, and distribution. Emphasize how your company can contribute to accelerating reliable spaceflight hardware into the US supply chain, aligning with NASA's stated goals for public-private partnerships.
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