How to do Business with NASA

Have you ever wondered how to break into one of the most prestigious and exciting organizations in the world—NASA? Whether you’re a startup founder, a small business owner, or a seasoned aerospace professional, this book shows you exactly how to navigate the complex but rewarding world of NASA contracting and partnerships.

How to Do Business with NASA pulls back the curtain on the agency’s unique processes, programs, and procurement culture. Drawing from 15+ years of direct experience with NASA, aerospace startups, and federal contracting, author Jeff Nosanov offers a step-by-step guide to discovering opportunities, submitting winning proposals, and building lasting relationships that can propel your business into orbit.

Inside, you’ll discover:

• How NASA’s contracting system really works—and how to position yourself to succeed.
• Proven strategies for identifying opportunities, from SBIRs and Space Act Agreements to multi-million-dollar contracts.
• Insider tips on proposal writing, compliance, and standing out in a competitive field.
• Stories and lessons learned from real NASA projects that illuminate the path forward.

Whether your expertise lies in aerospace engineering, data analytics, health sciences, or any field NASA touches, this book is your roadmap to securing contracts, forming partnerships, and becoming part of the future of space exploration.

Why buy this book now?

Because NASA is investing billions into Artemis, commercial spaceflight, and next-generation technology—and opportunities for innovators have never been greater. If you want your business to thrive at the frontier of human achievement, this book shows you how to start today.