Summary
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is soliciting a Fiber Optic Sensor for use in a novel microwave ignition system as part of NASA's Advanced Space Propulsion Formulation Task at the Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. This is a brand-name procurement set aside for SBA-eligible small businesses, requiring delivery of four NovaPT-E600 sensors, one Fasedyne-1000-4-custom unit, and four optical fiber cables capable of reading temperature and pressure inside a harsh microwave ignition environment reaching 1500°C and 500 psi. The solicitation was posted June 22, 2026 with replies due June 26, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. EDT, with FOB Destination delivery to Huntsville, AL.