The need for highly radiation resistant, mechanically strong, and easily manufactured structural materials is one of the key factors preventing the successful application of a space-based nuclear…
Ended Grant For Research Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- 80NSSC21K1246
- Awardee
-
Regents Of The University Of Michigan UEI GNJ7BBP73WE9
- Awarding agency
-
Shared Services Center
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Obligated
- $312,985
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $312,985.00 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 100% complete
- Current and potential, with all options
- Contracting staff
- 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
- Ann Arbor, MI 48109, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Funding Only Action | $40,000 | |
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Funding Only Action | $42,365 | |
| Funding Only Action | $70,620 | |
| Additional Work (new agreement, FAR part 6 applies) | $80,000 | |
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Original award | $80,000 |
About this award
The Regents of the University of Michigan was awarded a research grant valued at $312,985 on August 30, 2021, to address the development of radiation-resistant, mechanically strong, and easily manufactured structural materials for space-based nuclear power systems. This civilian grant, funded through a federal agency's Shared Services Center, is scheduled for completion by August 29, 2025, and will be performed at the university's Ann Arbor, Michigan campus. The award was not designated as a set-aside contract and reflects an open, competitive procurement process. Research and development activities will be managed through the university's Office of Research and Sponsored Projects Division.
The contract addresses a critical technical barrier identified as essential for advancing space-based nuclear power applications. The University of Michigan, a major research institution with extensive experience managing federal research portfolios across engineering, materials science, and advanced technologies, is well-positioned to deliver innovative solutions in advanced materials development. This grant aligns with broader federal initiatives to enable next-generation space power systems through fundamental research in materials science and engineering.
Description
The need for highly radiation resistant, mechanically strong, and easily manufactured structural materials is one of the key factors preventing the successful application of a space-based nuclear power system
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract 80NSSC21K1246?
80NSSC21K1246 was awarded to Regents Of The University Of Michigan by Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on August 30, 2021.
How much is contract 80NSSC21K1246 worth?
The government has obligated $312,985 on 80NSSC21K1246.
Was contract 80NSSC21K1246 competed?
The extent of competition for 80NSSC21K1246 was full and open competition.
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