As of date, deep space exploration has been hindered by the limitations of existing propulsion technologies. In contrast, solar sails appear to allow a low cost pathway to high speed and ubiquitous…

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Contract number
80NSSC21K0954
Awardee
Awarding agency
Obligated
$475,000

Award facts

Contract value 100% obligated
$475,000.00 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
Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA

Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.

Transactions

Action Obligated Date
Other Administrative Action P00003 $0
Funding Only Action P00002 · Extreme solar sailing for breakthrough space exploration $237,500
Other Administrative Action P00001 $0
Original award $237,500

About this award

The federal contract award with ID 80NSSC21K0954 was granted by the Shared Services Center, a civilian agency, to the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) on June 1, 2021. The contract, valued at $475,000.00, is a grant for research on solar sail propulsion technologies to enable low-cost, high-speed exploration of the outer solar system and interstellar space. This contract does not have a set-aside designation.

UCLA, as the prime contractor, will leverage its expertise in space exploration, scientific research, and program implementation to deliver the required services by the ultimate completion date of July 14, 2024. UCLA frequently collaborates with federal agencies like NASA, NIH, and DoD, and has demonstrated extensive capabilities in executing complex, interdisciplinary research initiatives through both contract and grant awards. The State of California Controller's Office serves as the parent organization for UCLA, which is registered as a U.S. state government entity, 1862 Land Grant College, and educational institution.

Description

As of date, deep space exploration has been hindered by the limitations of existing propulsion technologies. In contrast, solar sails appear to allow a low cost pathway to high speed and ubiquitous exploration of the outer solar system and interstell

Quick answers

Who was awarded contract 80NSSC21K0954?

80NSSC21K0954 was awarded to University Of California, LOS Angeles by Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on June 1, 2021.

How much is contract 80NSSC21K0954 worth?

The government has obligated $475,000 on 80NSSC21K0954.

Was contract 80NSSC21K0954 competed?

The extent of competition for 80NSSC21K0954 was full and open competition.

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