We propose that this circularization results from sublimative orbital perturbations, a vaporization-driven process analogous to the yarkovsky effect.
Active Grant For Research Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- 80NSSC20K0267
- Awardee
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Planetary Science Institute UEI Q7KKMKT2ANN7 Part of Planetary Science Institute
- Awarding agency
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Shared Services Center
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Obligated
- $439,344
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $439,344.00 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 98% complete
- Current and potential, with all options
- Contracting staff
- NAICS code
- Not on record
- 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.
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| Action | Obligated | Date |
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| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
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| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Funding Only Action | $157,018 | |
| Funding Only Action | $133,002 | |
| Original award | $149,324 |
About this award
The Planetary Science Institute, a non-profit research organization headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, received a $439,344 research grant from a civilian federal agency (Shared Services Center) with a completion date of December 26, 2026. This competitively awarded grant, initiated on January 1, 2020, carries no set-aside designation and reflects PSI's technical merit in planetary science research. The government description references research into sublimative orbital perturbations and vaporization-driven processes analogous to the Yarkovsky Effect, indicating the work focuses on understanding dynamical processes affecting celestial bodies.
As a leading contractor to federal agencies including NASA, PSI brings extensive capabilities in planetary science research, data analysis, theoretical modeling, and mission support. The institute frequently collaborates with academic institutions and has demonstrated expertise in investigating solar system phenomena, including asteroid and comet dynamics, planetary surface processes, and the evolution of planetary bodies. This grant aligns with PSI's core mission of conducting fundamental research to advance scientific understanding of planetary systems and supports ongoing federal initiatives in space exploration and astronomical research.
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Who was awarded contract 80NSSC20K0267?
80NSSC20K0267 was awarded to Planetary Science Institute by Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on January 1, 2020.
How much is contract 80NSSC20K0267 worth?
The government has obligated $439,344 on 80NSSC20K0267.
Was contract 80NSSC20K0267 competed?
The extent of competition for 80NSSC20K0267 was full and open competition.
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