All components of this design are TRL 6 or higher and require no technology development, making this in line with the scope of the astrophysics pioneers call.
Ended Cooperative Agreement Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- 80NSSC22M0081
- Awardee
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University Of Arizona UEI ED44Y3W6P7B9 Part of State Of Arizona
- Awarding agency
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Shared Services Center
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Obligated
- $18,525,273
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $18,607,791.00 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 100% complete
- Current and potential, with all options
- Contracting staff
- NAICS code
- Not on record
- PSC
- AJ11 General Science And Technology R&D Services; General Science And Technology; Basic Research
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- Competition
- Full and Open Competition Basic Research
- Pricing
- Other
- Place of performance
- Tucson, AZ 85719, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Funding Only Action | $3,446,997 | |
| Funding Only Action | $403,929 | |
| Funding Only Action | $1,452,146 | |
| Funding Only Action | $1,835,436 | |
| Funding Only Action | $1,236,500 | |
| Funding Only Action | $2,658,619 | |
| Funding Only Action | $2,567,933 | |
| Funding Only Action | $999,971 | |
| Funding Only Action | $526,641 | |
| Funding Only Action | $41,490 | |
| Original award | $3,355,611 |
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About this award
The University of Arizona, operating as the Arizona Board of Regents, was awarded a $18.6 million Cooperative Agreement by a civilian federal agency effective April 1, 2022, with completion targeted for June 30, 2026. The contract was issued without a set-aside designation and will be performed in Tucson, Arizona. According to the government description, all design components operate at Technology Readiness Level 6 or higher, indicating mature technology requiring no further development, which aligns with the scope of the Astrophysics Pioneers initiative. This positioning suggests the University of Arizona will deliver sophisticated astrophysical research, instrumentation, or mission support leveraging its established capabilities in space science and advanced technical services.
The University of Arizona's federal contracting history demonstrates substantial expertise across scientific disciplines including astrophysics, planetary science, and advanced research services. As a land-grant institution and Hispanic-Serving Institution, the university has consistently secured awards from major federal agencies including NASA, the National Science Foundation, and the Department of Energy for high-complexity research initiatives. The Cooperative Agreement structure reflects a collaborative partnership model typical of federal research funding mechanisms, enabling the university to contribute specialized personnel, facilities, and technical capabilities toward achievement of federal mission objectives in astrophysics research and related space science initiatives.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract 80NSSC22M0081?
80NSSC22M0081 was awarded to University Of Arizona by Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on April 1, 2022.
How much is contract 80NSSC22M0081 worth?
The government has obligated $18,525,273 on 80NSSC22M0081. Its current value, with exercised options, is $18,607,791.
Was contract 80NSSC22M0081 competed?
The extent of competition for 80NSSC22M0081 was full and open competition.
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