Next Space Technologies for Exploration Partnerships -3 (NextSTEP-3) Omnibus

The Next Space Technologies for Exploration Partnerships-3 (NextSTEP-3) Omnibus is a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) that contemplates concept studies, basic and applied research, and technology development and demonstrations in support of NASA's Human Spaceflight Enterprise. The Omnibus is effective for five years and will be used to issue individual Appendices that will contain detailed information about specific research emphases, concepts, and technologies being sought. Proposals will be accepted from all categories of U.S. and non-U.S. organizations, and NASA will consider proposals that demonstrate clear scientific benefits or cost savings. • The Omnibus is focused on developing deep space exploration capabilities and demonstrating these capabilities in cislunar space, the lunar surface, Mars, and beyond. • The research areas will be announced by issuing Appendices to this Omnibus, and each Appendix will contain detailed information about specific research emphases, concepts, and technologies being sought. • Proposals will be evaluated based on factors such as relevance, scientific/technical merit, and cost/price. • Awards will be made as contracts, and the period of performance will typically vary, but may last up to five years. • NASA will consider proposals that demonstrate clear scientific benefits or cost savings, and international collaborations are encouraged.