The work proposed herein is to oversee the continued operation of the apollo lunar laser ranging project at apache point observatory throughout calendar year 2021, during which time the scientific…
Active Grant For Research Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- 80NSSC21K0551
- Awardee
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New Mexico State University UEI J3M5GZAT8N85 Part of New Mexico State University
- Awarding agency
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Shared Services Center
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Obligated
- $1,352,622
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $1,352,622.00 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 95% 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
- Las Cruces, NM 88003, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Funding Only Action | $175,766 | |
| Funding Only Action | $238,221 | |
| Additional Work (new agreement, FAR part 6 applies) | $413,320 | |
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Funding Only Action | $187,162 | |
| Funding Only Action | $193,166 | |
| Original award | $144,987 |
About this award
New Mexico State University (NMSU) received a $1.35M grant award on January 29, 2021, to oversee continued operation of the Apollo Lunar Laser Ranging Project at Apache Point Observatory throughout calendar year 2021. The project marks a significant transition in scientific leadership from Tom Murphy at University of California San Diego to Stephen Merkowitz at NASA Goddard. The work will be performed in Las Cruces, New Mexico, with an ultimate completion date of January 28, 2027. This award carries no set-aside designation and represents a Research Grant contract vehicle funded through a civilian federal agency shared services center.
The Apollo Lunar Laser Ranging Project represents a long-term scientific endeavor with substantial impact to the federal government's space exploration and scientific advancement objectives. NMSU's role as the prime contractor leverages the institution's established capabilities as a Hispanic-serving Land Grant College with demonstrated expertise in managing NASA-funded research initiatives. The university's federal portfolio includes cooperative agreements with NASA valued at over $4.1M for STEM engagement and workforce development, positioning NMSU as a reliable partner for managing ongoing scientific operations and supporting transitions in project leadership during a critical operational year.
Description
The work proposed herein is to oversee the continued operation of the apollo lunar laser ranging project at apache point observatory throughout calendar year 2021, during which time the scientific leadership of the project will transition from TOM murphy at university of california SAN diego (ucsd) to stephen merkowitz at NASA goddard. Below we describe the significance and impact of the apollo project to date as well as the proposed activities for 2021
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract 80NSSC21K0551?
80NSSC21K0551 was awarded to New Mexico State University by Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on January 29, 2021.
How much is contract 80NSSC21K0551 worth?
The government has obligated $1,352,622 on 80NSSC21K0551.
Was contract 80NSSC21K0551 competed?
The extent of competition for 80NSSC21K0551 was full and open competition.
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