The Department of Homeland Security U.S. Coast Guard awarded a $75,000.00 firm fixed price purchase order to the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) to provide support for the Marine Board in fiscal year 2015. NAS is a private, nonprofit organization that conducts scientific research, analysis, and advisory services for federal agencies. This contract involves NAS convening experts, hosting workshops, and delivering a technical report to support the Coast Guard on marine-related matters. The award does not have a set-aside designation. NAS frequently partners with other non-profit organizations and private firms to fulfill federal contracts and grants across a range of scientific and policy domains for clients like the Departments of Defense, Transportation, and Energy.