In the last 40 years, the minority representation in geosciences (comprised of ocean, atmosphere and earth sciences) has remained relatively low
Ended Grant For Research Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- 80NSSC21K0436
- Awardee
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Morgan State University UEI KULSKCCZJT27
- Awarding agency
-
Shared Services Center
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Obligated
- $181,501
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $181,500.73 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 100% complete
- Current and potential, with all options
- NAICS code
- Not on record
- PSC
- AJ11 General Science And Technology R&D Services; General Science And Technology; Basic Research
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- Competition
- Full and Open Competition Basic Research
- Pricing
- Other
- Place of performance
- Baltimore, MD 21251, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Additional Work (new agreement, FAR part 6 applies) | $55,870 | |
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Funding Only Action | $60,115 | |
| Funding Only Action | $55,516 | |
| Original award | $10,000 |
About this award
This federal contract award with ID 80NSSC21K0436 was issued by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to Morgan State University, a historically Black university located in Baltimore, Maryland. The $181,500.73 grant is for research aimed at addressing the persistent low representation of minorities in the geosciences field, which encompasses ocean, atmosphere, and earth sciences.
The contract does not have a set-aside designation and is expected to be completed by December 31, 2025. As a leading minority-serving institution, Morgan State University has a strong focus on STEM education and research, and frequently collaborates with other universities, national laboratories, and industry partners on federally-funded projects. This award leverages the university's expertise and status to help broaden participation and expand opportunities for underrepresented students in the geosciences.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract 80NSSC21K0436?
80NSSC21K0436 was awarded to Morgan State University by Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on January 1, 2021.
How much is contract 80NSSC21K0436 worth?
The government has obligated $181,501 on 80NSSC21K0436.
Was contract 80NSSC21K0436 competed?
The extent of competition for 80NSSC21K0436 was full and open competition.
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