A radar-based analysis of rock populations and regolith properties in the lunar maria.
Active Grant For Research Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- 80NSSC25K7048
- Awardee
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Smithsonian Institution UEI KQ1KJG78NNS9
- Awarding agency
-
Shared Services Center
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Obligated
- $282,767
Award facts
- Contract value 63% obligated
- $448,564.00 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 69% 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
- Washington, DC 20560, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Funding Only Action | $142,186 | |
| Original award | $140,581 |
About this award
The Smithsonian Institution's Office of Sponsored Projects was awarded a $448,564 research grant by the Shared Services Center to conduct radar-based analysis of rock populations and regolith properties in the lunar maria. This civilian research contract, which commenced on October 4, 2024, supports planetary science objectives through the examination of lunar surface characteristics and subsurface composition. The performance location is designated as Washington, DC 20560, with completion targeted for October 3, 2027. No set-aside designation was applied to this award, reflecting the Smithsonian's unique technical capabilities in planetary science research and its established track record as a federal research partner.
This grant aligns with the Smithsonian Institution's extensive portfolio of NASA-supported planetary science initiatives, which have previously encompassed investigations of Mars geology, asteroid composition, and broader space exploration research. The Institution's federal contracting history demonstrates consistent expertise in scientific research across multiple disciplines, supported by collaborations with specialized partners such as Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory and the Planetary Science Institute. The lunar regolith analysis project represents a continuation of the organization's commitment to advancing scientific knowledge through federally funded research while leveraging its standing as the world's largest museum, research, and education complex.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract 80NSSC25K7048?
80NSSC25K7048 was awarded to Smithsonian Institution by Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on October 4, 2024.
How much is contract 80NSSC25K7048 worth?
The government has obligated $282,767 on 80NSSC25K7048. Its current value, with exercised options, is $448,564.
Was contract 80NSSC25K7048 competed?
The extent of competition for 80NSSC25K7048 was full and open competition.
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