Opportunities from NASA TechLeap Prize — Orbital Clarity Challenge

Phase 1 registration closes 28 October 2026 and Phase 1 submissions close 11 November 2026. Across three phases, NASA plans to advance up to four winners toward flight-ready solutions. The total award pool is $2 million; each winner may receive up to $500,000 across the phases, and NASA intends to offer winning teams an in-orbit flight test at no cost.

Individuals must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents age 18 or older. Organizations must be incorporated in and maintain a primary place of business in the United States. Teams must be composed of otherwise eligible individuals or organizations and led by a U.S. citizen or permanent resident age 18 or older. The official rules describe limited participation conditions for certain foreign nationals on otherwise eligible teams.