Ultrasensitive far IR kinetic inductance detector arrays for space
Ended Grant For Research Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- 80NSSC24K0821
- Awardee
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California Institute Of Technology UEI U2JMKHNS5TG4
- Awarding agency
-
Shared Services Center
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Obligated
- $1,454,780
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $1,454,780.00 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
- Pasadena, CA 91125, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Funding Only Action | $757,303 | |
| Original award | $697,477 |
About this award
The California Institute of Technology (Caltech) was awarded a $1.45 million grant by a civilian federal agency for research on ultrasensitive far-infrared kinetic inductance detector arrays for space applications. The contract, designated 22-SAT22-0029, is structured as a research grant with an ultimate completion date of March 13, 2026, and was awarded on March 14, 2024. The work will be performed at Caltech's Pasadena, California campus. This award does not include any small business set-aside designation, reflecting the competitive nature of the procurement and Caltech's established capabilities in advanced scientific research.
Kinetic inductance detectors represent cutting-edge technology for astronomical and space-based observations, offering exceptional sensitivity for detecting far-infrared radiation. Caltech's expertise in astrophysics, space exploration, and advanced instrumentation positions the institution well to develop detector array systems suitable for space missions. This research aligns with typical federal agency priorities for advancing space-based sensing capabilities and scientific instrumentation. As a prime recipient with no identified subcontractors mentioned in this award, Caltech will lead the technical development and delivery of the detector technology under this grant.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract 80NSSC24K0821?
80NSSC24K0821 was awarded to California Institute Of Technology by Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on March 14, 2024.
How much is contract 80NSSC24K0821 worth?
The government has obligated $1,454,780 on 80NSSC24K0821.
Was contract 80NSSC24K0821 competed?
The extent of competition for 80NSSC24K0821 was full and open competition.
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