Develop a sensor that can measure pore water pressure and evaluate and understand how pore water affects ballast strength and performance.
Ended Definitive Contract Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- 693JJ622C000031
- Awardee
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University Of Arkansas UEI MECEHTM8DB17 Part of Arkansas University Of
- Awarding agency
-
Federal Railroad Administration
Department of Transportation
- Obligated
- $204,856
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $204,856.00 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 100% complete
- Current and potential, with all options
- Contracting staff
- NAICS code
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- Competition
- Full and Open Competition · 60 offers Basic Research
- Pricing
- Firm Fixed Price
- Place of performance
- Fayetteville, AR 72701, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Close Out | $0 | |
| Exercise an Option | $0 | |
| Exercise an Option | $100,280 | |
| Original award | $104,576 |
About this award
The Federal Railroad Administration awarded a $204,856 firm fixed-price definitive contract to the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville on September 22, 2022, for the development and assessment of a pore water pressure and matric suction sensor. The primary objective is to develop sensor technology capable of measuring pore water pressure and evaluating how pore water affects ballast strength and performance—critical considerations for railroad infrastructure integrity. The contract was performed in Fayetteville, Arkansas, with an ultimate completion date of September 18, 2025. No small business set-aside designation was utilized for this award, indicating competitive selection in an open bidding process. The University of Arkansas, operating through its Office of Research & Sponsored Programs, was selected based on its established capacity as a land-grant research institution with extensive expertise in engineering and technical research.
The contract was modified to extend the period of performance from the original date through September 18, 2025 at no additional cost to the government, reflecting efficient project management and scope adjustments within the existing budget ceiling. As a prominent federal contractor and grantee, the University of Arkansas maintains a robust portfolio of research and development awards across multiple federal agencies and scientific disciplines, positioning it well to deliver the specialized sensor development and assessment work required under this Federal Railroad Administration contract. This research supports the agency's operational needs for improved understanding of ballast behavior under various moisture conditions, which has direct applications to railroad safety and maintenance operations.
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Who was awarded contract 693JJ622C000031?
693JJ622C000031 was awarded to University Of Arkansas by Federal Railroad Administration (Department of Transportation) on September 22, 2022.
How much is contract 693JJ622C000031 worth?
The government has obligated $204,856 on 693JJ622C000031.
Was contract 693JJ622C000031 competed?
The extent of competition for 693JJ622C000031 was full and open competition. The government received 60 offers.
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