The advanced technology and technology transfer branch (AT3B) at SSC identifies and promotes the development of technology partnerships to meet NASA mission goals, facilitates the transfer and…

This federal contract award to the University of Southern Mississippi (USM) supports the goals and objectives of the Advanced Technology and Technology Transfer Branch (AT3B) at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Stennis Space Center (SSC). The $594,583 firm-fixed-price delivery order requires USM to provide expertise in rocket propulsion systems, rocket test technology, and other technical areas at SSC. The tasks include defining technology needs, conducting program implementation activities, and managing intellectual property and technology transfer. The award is not associated with a set-aside designation. As a comprehensive research university, USM leverages its broad capabilities in areas such as polymer science, marine science, and environmental monitoring to support various federal agencies, including both civilian and defense sectors.

The advanced technology and technology transfer branch (AT3B) at SSC identifies and promotes the development of technology partnerships to meet NASA mission goals, facilitates the transfer and commercialization of the national aeronautics and space administration (NASA) developed technology and assists U.S. Companies in the utilization of nasas technical expertise and facilities to solve problems. To accomplish this task, the AT3B at stennis space center systematically identifies technical requirements, executes shared risk partnerships, evaluates reported innovations, determines intellectual property protections, and disseminates information which supports nasas long term strategic plan and mission goals. The office also serves as the john c. Stennis space center (SSC) technology development and intellectual property interface for other government agencies, academia and industry. Task definition this statement of work describes the tasks necessary to support the goals and objectives of the AT3B. These tasks require 1. Knowledge of rocket propulsion systems, rocket test technology and other technical areas at SSC. 2. Understanding and experience in working with the unique capabilities and mission activities of SSC. 3. Knowledge and experience with the various program efforts within the SSC advanced technology and technology transfer branch. Task 1 technology needs definition, research and analysis conduct ongoing reviews and assessments of SSC strategic program requirements, including trend analysis as IT relates to technology development. Assess, catalog and track SSC technology requirements. Provide assessment, consultation and recommendations regarding strategies to be utilized in early stage technology development activities. Assess the applicability of existing technologies or technology development programs utilized by other government agencies or commercial entities, which may provide the needed technological support to SSC programs and initiatives. Task 2 program implementation activities coordinate conduct high level evaluations of proposed technology development projects and activities assist in the identification and solicitation of technical personnel to participate in development activities andor provide technical input and advice. Conduct ongoing in-depth assessments of all technology development program/projects as IT relates to performance, reporting, results validation and documentation. Task 3 intellectual property management and technology transfer activities conduct internal reviews and assessments of SSC innovations and intellectual property (IP) make recommendations for the further development of these technical innovations as well as any legal protections that may be required. Review and assess identified external intellectual property as well as the technical capabilities offered by potential partners for use deliverables will be provided within 3 days of agreed upon dates 2. All deliverables will be provided in a comprehensive, high quality, professional format.