22-EXO22-0056 pilot study: active-life detection technologies and lineage-resolved microbial process rates in an ocean world analog subsurface ecosystem
Active Grant For Research Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- 80NSSC23K1355
- Awardee
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Bigelow Laboratory For Ocean Sciences UEI DRTAEZWWJHM8
- Awarding agency
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Shared Services Center
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Obligated
- $551,254
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $551,254.00 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 99% 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
- East Boothbay, Boothbay, ME 04544, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Funding Only Action | $222,185 | |
| Original award | $329,069 |
About this award
Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences, a nonprofit marine research organization based in East Boothbay, Maine, received a $551,254 research grant (22-EXO22-0056) from a civilian federal agency's Shared Services Center, awarded on November 1, 2023. The pilot study, titled "Active-Life Detection Technologies and Lineage-Resolved Microbial Process Rates in an Ocean World Analog Subsurface Ecosystem," is scheduled for completion by October 31, 2026. This grant was not issued under a small business set-aside designation and reflects the laboratory's established expertise in advanced marine microbiology and oceanographic research.
The project focuses on developing and validating technologies for detecting active microbial life and measuring metabolic process rates in subsurface ecosystems analogous to those potentially present on ocean worlds beyond Earth. This research aligns with the laboratory's demonstrated capabilities in marine microbial genomics, extreme environment research, and technological development, as evidenced by its prior federal work with NASA and the National Science Foundation. The pilot study represents a strategic investment in astrobiology-relevant research methodologies that could inform future exploration strategies for extraterrestrial subsurface oceans.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract 80NSSC23K1355?
80NSSC23K1355 was awarded to Bigelow Laboratory For Ocean Sciences by Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on November 1, 2023.
How much is contract 80NSSC23K1355 worth?
The government has obligated $551,254 on 80NSSC23K1355.
Was contract 80NSSC23K1355 competed?
The extent of competition for 80NSSC23K1355 was full and open competition.
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