Sample return missions have primary importance in future planetary missions. A basic requirement is that samples be returned in pristine, uncontaminated condition, necessitating development of a…

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Contract number
NNX11CB25C
Awardee
Awarding agency
Obligated
$586,157

Award facts

Contract value 100% obligated
$586,157.00 Current and potential, with all options
Completion date 100% complete
Current and potential, with all options
Funding agency
Headquarters National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Set-aside
Total Small Business
Competition
Full and Open Competition after exclusion of sources · 2 offers Negotiated Proposal / Quote
Pricing
Firm Fixed Price
Place of performance
Sherwood Forest, Los Angeles, CA 91325, USA
Research
SBIR Program Phase II Action

Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.

Transactions

Action Obligated Date
Other Administrative Action 8 $0
Other Administrative Action 7 $0
Other Administrative Action 6 $0
Other Administrative Action 5 $0
Funding Only Action 4 $186,157
Funding Only Action 3 $0
Funding Only Action 2 $275,000
Funding Only Action 1 $50,000
Original award $75,000

Description

As the agency reported it.

Sample return missions have primary importance in future planetary missions. A basic requirement is that samples be returned in pristine, uncontaminated condition, necessitating development of a canister system capable of maintaining cleanliness and seal integrity through a variety of environments. Further development of the sealed planetary return canister (sprc), is proposed after a successful phase 1 program. Besides providing a high integrity seal, the canister incorporates features for robotic manipulation and to allow the sample to be accessed in a controlled manner upon return to earth. The sprc seal system addresses the two most significant concerns for planetary samples seal surfaces contaminated by the sample and high pressure due to the phase change of volatiles. The sprc incorporates a novel sealing system evolved from the only marginally successful apollo indium knife edge seal approach but with added features to address the difficulties and inconsistencies observed. The indium is contained within a protective barrier to prevent against contamination, and the knife edge is mechanically cleaned during the sealing process. The container body can be configured to accommodate a variety of samples including rock cores, rock fragments, regolith, dust, and frozen soil. Atmospheric samples can also be preserved. The design is readily scalable and adaptable to specific missions. The prototype developed in phase 1 demonstrated a leakage rate of less than 1E-6 CC-ATM/s, meeting the primary science requirement.

Quick answers

Who was awarded contract NNX11CB25C?

NNX11CB25C was awarded to Techno Planet Incorporated by Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on June 1, 2011.

How much is contract NNX11CB25C worth?

The government has obligated $586,157 on NNX11CB25C.

Which agency awarded contract NNX11CB25C?

Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) awarded NNX11CB25C, with funding from Headquarters (National Aeronautics and Space Administration).

Was contract NNX11CB25C competed?

The extent of competition for NNX11CB25C was full and open competition after exclusion of sources. The government received 2 offers. It was set aside: Total Small Business.

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