As more ambitious missions in earth-orbit, CIS-lunar space, and lunar surface are pursued, the demand for autonomous robotic in-space assembly (ISA) grows
Active Grant For Research Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- 80NSSC24K1380
- Awardee
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University Of Southern California UEI G88KLJR3KYT5
- Awarding agency
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Shared Services Center
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Obligated
- $168,000
Award facts
- Contract value 50% obligated
- $336,000.00 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 55% complete
- Current and potential, with all options
- 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
- Los Angeles, CA 90089, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Funding Only Action | $84,000 | |
| Original award | $84,000 |
About this award
The University of Southern California (USC) has been awarded a $336,000 research grant by a civilian federal agency through its Shared Services Center to support autonomous robotic in-space assembly (ISA) research. The grant, which commenced on August 15, 2024 and extends through August 14, 2028, addresses the growing demand for autonomous robotic systems as the federal government pursues increasingly ambitious missions in Earth orbit, cislunar space, and lunar surface operations. This non-set-aside award will be performed at USC's Los Angeles, California campus and represents the university's continued engagement in advanced technology development for federal space initiatives.
USC's selection for this research effort reflects its established capabilities in robotics, autonomous systems, and space technology development. As a leading private research university with extensive federal contracting experience across defense, civilian, and scientific domains, USC has demonstrated expertise in delivering sophisticated research and development services, including work on adaptive robotic systems and advanced technological innovation. The four-year research program will contribute to federal efforts to develop the autonomous capabilities necessary for supporting expanded space exploration and in-space construction operations.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract 80NSSC24K1380?
80NSSC24K1380 was awarded to University Of Southern California by Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on August 15, 2024.
How much is contract 80NSSC24K1380 worth?
The government has obligated $168,000 on 80NSSC24K1380. Its current value, with exercised options, is $336,000.
Was contract 80NSSC24K1380 competed?
The extent of competition for 80NSSC24K1380 was full and open competition.
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