TECHNOLOGY LICENSING OPPORTUNITY - Spacecraft Speedometer: Satellite Velocity Detection

Special NoticeNo Set AsideActive

Key Takeaways

  • Set-aside for No Set Aside businesses
  • Work to be performed in Columbus, OH
  • Industry: Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing

Contract Details

Notice ID
S-167573
Opportunity Type
Special Notice
Sub-Agency
ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF
Office
TRIAD - DOE CONTRACTOR
Posted Date
Friday, May 15, 2026
Response Deadline
Monday, July 20, 2026
PSC Code
6605
Set-Aside
No Set Aside
Place of Performance
Columbus, OH, 43201
Status
Active

Description

The Spacecraft Speedometer provides real-time velocity measurements for satellites without relying on GPS, which can be unreliable at low altitudes, in high-radiation environments and during geomagnetic storms. The technology has been successfully tested in space and is ready for scaling and commercialization. We are seeking a manufacturing partner or system integrator to refine production and deploy this technology into commercial and defense satellite markets. How it Works: Using a dual-sensor head electrostatic analyzer (ESA), it determines velocity by analyzing ambient space plasma charged particles, offering a self-contained, compact, and power-efficient solution for better orbital tracking and space weather monitoring. Designed as a small size, weight, and power (SWaP) payload for sm

Why This Opportunity Matters

ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF is seeking responses for guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing with a set-aside for No Set Aside businesses in Columbus, OH. This set-aside designation means eligible businesses face reduced competition from larger firms.