Excite is a low resolution 1-4 micron spectrograph that will measure spectroscopic phase curves of bright, short-period extrasolar giant planets, or hot jupiters, over their full orbits.
Ended Grant For Research Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- 80NSSC20K1593
- Awardee
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Brown University UEI E3FDXZ6TBHW3
- Awarding agency
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Shared Services Center
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Obligated
- $2,029,972
Award facts
- Contract value 88% obligated
- $2,311,679.00 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 100% 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
- Providence, RI 02912, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Funding Only Action | $170,000 | |
| Funding Only Action | $224,879 | |
| Funding Only Action | $563,099 | |
| Funding Only Action | $300,000 | |
| Funding Only Action | $150,000 | |
| Funding Only Action | $84,356 | |
| Funding Only Action | $271,000 | |
| Funding Only Action | $123,513 | |
| Original award | $143,125 |
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About this award
Brown University received an $2.3M grant award from a civilian federal agency for the Exoplanet Climate Infrared Telescope (EXCITE) project under solicitation 18-APRA18-0075. EXCITE is a low-resolution 1-4 micron spectrograph designed to measure spectroscopic phase curves of bright, short-period extrasolar giant planets, commonly known as hot Jupiters, across their complete orbital periods. This research instrument will advance the understanding of exoplanet atmospheric physics and characteristics. The award is classified as a grant for research with an ultimate completion date of May 31, 2026, and performance will be conducted at Brown University's campus in Providence, Rhode Island. No set-aside designation applies to this award.
As a prestigious Ivy League research institution with substantial federal contracting experience, Brown University demonstrates competitive capabilities across multiple scientific and technological domains. The university maintains a diverse federal portfolio spanning research grants and contracts from agencies including NASA, the National Science Foundation, the National Institutes of Health, and the Department of Energy. This EXCITE award reflects Brown University's established expertise in astronomical and planetary science research and its capacity to deliver advanced technical instruments and associated scientific analysis to support federal research objectives.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract 80NSSC20K1593?
80NSSC20K1593 was awarded to Brown University by Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on August 7, 2020.
How much is contract 80NSSC20K1593 worth?
The government has obligated $2,029,972 on 80NSSC20K1593. Its current value, with exercised options, is $2,311,679.
Was contract 80NSSC20K1593 competed?
The extent of competition for 80NSSC20K1593 was full and open competition.
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