Research into nuclear thermal propulsion (NTP) and nuclear space surface power date back to the 1950S. NTP is an excellent alternative method of space travel for manned missions beyond low earth…
Ended Grant For Research Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- 80NSSC22K0425
- Awardee
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University Of South Carolina UEI J22LNTMEDP73
- Awarding agency
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Shared Services Center
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Obligated
- $271,368
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $271,367.63 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
- Not Competed Basic Research
- Pricing
- Other
- Place of performance
- Columbia, SC 29208, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Funding Only Action | -$0 | |
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Original award | $271,368 |
About this award
The U.S. government awarded a $271,367.63 grant to the University of South Carolina (USC) to conduct research into nuclear thermal propulsion (NTP) and nuclear space surface power. NTP is an alternative method of space travel for manned missions beyond low Earth orbit, compared to chemical propulsion. This grant does not have a set-aside designation, reflecting USC's status as a large educational institution. USC is a state-controlled institution of higher learning with extensive research capabilities that has a long history of partnering with federal agencies across diverse fields. In addition to this grant, USC holds an indefinite delivery contract with the Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration for animal husbandry services to support the VA's biomedical research programs.
Description
Research into nuclear thermal propulsion (NTP) and nuclear space surface power date back to the 1950S. NTP is an excellent alternative method of space travel for manned missions beyond low earth orbit, as compared to chemical propulsion.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract 80NSSC22K0425?
80NSSC22K0425 was awarded to University Of South Carolina by Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on February 1, 2022.
How much is contract 80NSSC22K0425 worth?
The government has obligated $271,368 on 80NSSC22K0425.
Was contract 80NSSC22K0425 competed?
The extent of competition for 80NSSC22K0425 was not competed.
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