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DoD Seeks LEO Power-Beaming Prototype, Proposals Due July 22

7/17/2026

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DIU issued a solicitation on July 16, 2026 for a low-Earth-orbit power-beaming prototype, with proposals due July 22, 2026.
The solicitation prioritizes space-to-space and space-to-ground wireless power transmission, requires a lab demo within 12 months, an on-orbit demo within 24 months, and aims for 2030 use.
Contracts will be awarded via DIU’s Other Transaction authority to U.S. and international firms, and successful prototypes could lead to contracts by Defense Department organizations.

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DIU issued a solicitation on July 16, 2026 for a low-Earth-orbit power-beaming prototype, with proposals due July 22, 2026.
The solicitation prioritizes space-to-space and space-to-ground wireless power transmission, requires a lab demo within 12 months, an on-orbit demo within 24 months, and aims for 2030 use.
Contracts will be awarded via DIU’s Other Transaction authority to U.S. and international firms, and successful prototypes could lead to contracts by Defense Department organizations.