Polar radiant energy in the far infrared experiment (prefire): revealing fluctuations in earth's thermostat by capturing the full spectrum of arctic radiant energy

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Contract number
80NSSC24K1327
Awardee
Awarding agency
Obligated
$3,246,476

Award facts

Contract value 66% obligated
$4,906,352.00 Current and potential, with all options
Completion date 74% complete
Current and potential, with all options
Contracting staff
NAICS code
Not on record
Set-aside
No set-aside
Competition
Not Competed Only One Source
Pricing
Other
Place of performance
Madison, WI 53715, USA

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Transactions

Action Obligated Date
Funding Only Action P00003 $600,000
Funding Only Action P00002 $1,000,000
Funding Only Action P00001 $646,476
Original award $1,000,000

About this award

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration awarded a $4.9 million research grant to the University of Wisconsin–Madison (a division of the University of Wisconsin System) on July 31, 2024, for the Polar Radiant Energy in the Far Infrared Experiment (PREFIRE). This civilian research grant, which carries no set-aside designation, will support research aimed at measuring and understanding fluctuations in Earth's thermal radiation, particularly focusing on capturing the complete spectrum of radiant energy in Arctic regions to improve understanding of the planet's energy balance and climate mechanisms. The project is scheduled for completion by July 30, 2027, and will be conducted at the university's Madison, Wisconsin campus.

The University of Wisconsin System, operating through its flagship Madison campus, is a leading public research institution with demonstrated expertise in diverse scientific domains including environmental science, climate research, and advanced computing. This award reflects the university's established capabilities in conducting complex, federally funded research initiatives and contributes to NASA's broader climate science and Earth observation priorities. The University of Wisconsin System serves as the prime contractor, leveraging its research infrastructure and technical expertise to advance understanding of Arctic energy dynamics and their implications for global climate systems.

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Who was awarded contract 80NSSC24K1327?

80NSSC24K1327 was awarded to University Of Wisconsin System by Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on July 31, 2024.

How much is contract 80NSSC24K1327 worth?

The government has obligated $3,246,476 on 80NSSC24K1327. Its current value, with exercised options, is $4,906,352.

Was contract 80NSSC24K1327 competed?

The extent of competition for 80NSSC24K1327 was not competed.

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