Autonomous Space-Based Situational Awareness Software Development - Starling Mission Follow-On
NASA requires software development services for the Starling formation-flying mission, focusing on autonomous swarm control for four 6U CubeSats in Low Earth Orbit. The contractor must deliver software upgrades for space object identification, orbit determination, swarm geometry maintenance, and onboard conjunction assessment, all executing autonomously on existing CubeSat resources. The period of performance runs through January 20, 2027. NASA intends to award a sole-source contract to EraDrive, Inc., citing proprietary software and unique technical knowledge as the basis. Performance location is not specified.