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[345872] Electronics, Photonics and Magnetic Devices

• Source: grants.gov
• Agency: National Science Foundation
• Posted: 02/08/2023 · Deadline: —
• URL: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/345872
• Relevance: 7/10 · FFRDC: yes · Cost share: not_required · Foreign entity: unclear
• Lexical hits: photovoltaic, thermoelectric (score 6.0)
• Themes: Wide/Extreme- and Narrow-Bandgap Semiconductor Devices, Thermoelectric and Ferroelectric Devices, Photovoltaic and Energy Harvesting Devices, Microwave/mm-Wave/THz Devices
• Fit: The EPMD program aligns well with Section 345's focus on advanced power electronics, photovoltaics, and radiation-hardened device research. While the program is broad and includes non-space applications, the fundamental research into wide-bandgap semiconductors and energy harvesting is highly relevant to next-generation spacecraft power systems.
• Eligibility quote: > Applicant types: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility"

[4a4253cc4fd94a59baef368e523d2fc6] AFWERX PRIME INNOVATIVE CAPABILITIES OPENING

• Source: sam.gov
• Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE RESEARCH LABORATORY.FA2280 AFRL/RGKA
• Posted: 2026-04-17 · Deadline: 2026-04-20T23:59:00-04:00
• URL: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/4a4253cc4fd94a59baef368e523d2fc6/view
• Relevance: 8/10 · FFRDC: yes · Cost share: unclear · Foreign entity: unclear
• Lexical hits: NAICS:541715, PSC:AC32 (score 4.0)
• Themes: Spacecraft power system architecture, Power electronics, Avionics hardware, Radiation-hard and high-reliability space electronics
• Fit: The AFWERX Prime Innovative Capabilities Opening covers a broad range of dual-use technologies, including space-related power and electronics. Given the focus on innovative capabilities for the Air Force, this is a strong potential vehicle for JPL's advanced power electronics and space-hardened systems.
• Eligibility quote: > All responsible sources may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency. Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) are eligible to participate as prime contractors or as members of a team.

[332ca962b1964b2fad6eab01dcd68a5c] MINSAV CALL 05 "TALOS"

• Source: sam.gov
• Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE RESEARCH LABORATORY.FA2377 USAF AFMC AFRL PZL AFRL RYKS
• Posted: 2026-04-15 · Deadline: 2026-06-01T17:00:00-04:00
• URL: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/332ca962b1964b2fad6eab01dcd68a5c/view
• Relevance: 8/10 · FFRDC: yes · Cost share: unclear · Foreign entity: restricted
• Lexical hits: NAICS:541715, PSC:AC32 (score 4.0)
• Themes: Power electronics, Radiation-hard and high-reliability space electronics, Avionics hardware
• Fit: The TALOS call focuses on advanced electronics and power systems for space-based applications, which aligns directly with JPL's expertise in radiation-hardened electronics and power management. As an AFRL BAA, this is a high-relevance opportunity for JPL to provide specialized technical expertise in space-flight hardware.
• Eligibility quote: > FFRDCs are eligible to propose as prime contractors or as members of a team. FFRDCs must provide a letter of support from their sponsoring agency.

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[347324] Thermal Transport Processes

• Source: grants.gov
• Agency: National Science Foundation
• Posted: 04/05/2023 · Deadline: —
• URL: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/347324
• Relevance: 6/10 · FFRDC: yes · Cost share: not_required · Foreign entity: unclear
• Lexical hits: battery, energy storage, ASIC (score 9.0)
• Themes: Spacecraft power system architecture, subsystem design, verification, and flight delivery, Power electronics — DC-DC converters, motor controllers, pulsed power for laser and radar instruments, propulsion and pyrotechnic firing, Electrochemical energy storage (batteries) and energy storage materials for space
• Fit: The program supports fundamental research in thermal transport, which is critical for spacecraft power systems, battery thermal management, and power electronics cooling. While the focus is on fundamental science rather than flight hardware, the research areas directly support the thermal challenges inherent in JPL's power and electronics portfolio.
• Eligibility quote: > NSF welcomes proposals from all qualified science and engineering research and education organizations. Organizations eligible to submit proposals to the National Science Foundation include: ... (2) Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs).

[6d425f69ecde44ab817c26b14382fe5a] Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Multiple Award Contract (MAC) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)

• Source: sam.gov
• Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE RESEARCH LABORATORY.FA8652 AFRL HQ AFRL/PK
• Posted: 2026-04-13 · Deadline: 2026-02-27T17:00:00-05:00
• URL: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/6d425f69ecde44ab817c26b14382fe5a/view
• Relevance: 8/10 · FFRDC: unclear · Cost share: unclear · Foreign entity: unclear
• Lexical hits: AFRL, NAICS:541715 (score 4.0)
• Themes: Spacecraft power system architecture, Avionics hardware, Radiation-hard and high-reliability space electronics
• Fit: This AFRL MAC IDIQ covers broad research and development for aerospace systems, which aligns well with JPL's expertise in space-flight power electronics and avionics. As a multiple award contract vehicle, it provides a potential pathway for JPL to support AFRL mission requirements in space technology.

[4c3b792bc7ff4fc7a3dbaa28c89244a8] Multi-Spectrum Defensive Electronic Warfare (MSDEW) Advanced Research Announcement (ARA)

• Source: sam.gov
• Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE RESEARCH LABORATORY.FA2377 USAF AFMC AFRL PZL AFRL RYKS
• Posted: 2026-04-08 · Deadline: 2027-07-13T12:00:00-04:00
• URL: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/4c3b792bc7ff4fc7a3dbaa28c89244a8/view
• Relevance: 6/10 · FFRDC: yes · Cost share: unclear · Foreign entity: unclear
• Lexical hits: NAICS:541715, PSC:AC33 (score 4.0)
• Themes: Power electronics, Mixed-signal electronics, Radiation-hard and high-reliability space electronics
• Fit: The MSDEW ARA focuses on advanced electronic warfare technologies, which aligns with JPL's expertise in high-reliability mixed-signal electronics, power electronics, and radiation-hardened systems. While the primary focus is electronic warfare, the underlying hardware requirements for space-based or high-performance defense platforms overlap significantly with Section 345's core competencies.
• Eligibility quote: > FFRDCs are eligible to propose to this ARA. FFRDCs must provide a letter of support from their sponsoring agency.

[517d4bb200a6451b82e4384796570a15] Resilient Open & Agile Avionics System & Technology Development (ROAASTD)

• Source: sam.gov
• Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE RESEARCH LABORATORY.FA2377 USAF AFMC AFRL PZL AFRL RYKS
• Posted: 2026-04-15 · Deadline: 2028-04-19T17:00:00-04:00
• URL: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/517d4bb200a6451b82e4384796570a15/view
• Relevance: 9/10 · FFRDC: yes · Cost share: unclear · Foreign entity: restricted
• Lexical hits: avionics, NAICS:541715, PSC:AC32 (score 8.0)
• Themes: Avionics hardware, Mixed-signal electronics, Flight FPGAs and embedded Level 7 (L7) systems, Radiation-hard and high-reliability space electronics
• Fit: The ROAASTD BAA focuses on open architecture avionics and high-reliability electronics, which aligns directly with Section 345's core mission in space-flight avionics and embedded systems. The scope covers the development of resilient, agile, and radiation-hardened hardware suitable for advanced spacecraft and airborne platforms.
• Eligibility quote: > FFRDCs are eligible to propose as a prime contractor or as a team member. FFRDCs must provide a letter of authorization from their sponsoring agency.

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