REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI): Atmospheric Microwave Radiometry Observations for NASA FALCON

NASA’s Science Mission Directorate is issuing a Sources‑Sought RFI (NNH26ZDA007L) to gather low‑cost, commercially‑driven concepts for a passive microwave radiometer that would fly in formation with the FALCON (Fleet for the Atmosphere Linking Commercial Observations with NASA) constellation. Respondents must propose a fully commercial venture—potentially including early co‑funded technology development followed by data‑as‑a‑service acquisition—that can be developed, launched (targeted for Q3 FY 2029), and operated using commercial assets while meeting NASA’s Open Science policy. Submissions must address instrument performance (spectral range, channel count, radiometric accuracy, scanning geometry, onboard calibration, data volume and latency), orbital‑parameter constraints, and strategies to reduce time‑to‑science, with clear cost (ROM in FY 2026 dollars) and schedule estimates, data‑rights and licensing options, and performance‑based contract structures. Responses are limited to ten pages (plus a title page), single‑spaced, 12‑point sans‑serif font, 8.5 × 11 in., one‑inch margins, and must be submitted electronically via NSPIRES by 11:59 p.m. Eastern on 23 April 2026. The RFI is for information only; it does not constitute a solicitation, and no costs will be reimbursed. Confidential, CUI, proprietary, or export‑controlled information is prohibited. Questions may be directed to Will McCarty (AOS‑Cloud Program Scientist) and answers will be posted in a public Q&A.

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a88cdba57d3f499299d8f7254876dd5c

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NNH26ZDA007L

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