Sample return missions have primary importance in future planetary missions. A basic requirement is that samples be returned in pristine, uncontaminated condition, necessitating development of a…
Ended Purchase Order Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- NNX10CE15P
- Awardee
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Techno Planet Incorporated UEI EGPDALPL9AU4
- Awarding agency
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Shared Services Center
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Obligated
- $99,160
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $99,160.00 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 100% complete
- Current and potential, with all options
- Funding agency
- Jet Propulsion Lab National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- NAICS code
- 541712 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology)
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
- Competition
- Full and Open Competition after exclusion of sources · 6 offers Negotiated Proposal / Quote
- Pricing
- Firm Fixed Price
- Place of performance
- Los Angeles, CA 91325, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Description
Sample return missions have primary importance in future planetary missions. A basic requirement is that samples be returned in pristine, uncontaminated condition, necessitating development of a canister system capable of maintaining cleanliness and seal integrity through a variety of environments. Such a canister system, the sealed planetary return canister (sprc), is proposed. Besides providing a high integrity seal, the canister also incorporates features that for robotic manipulation and to allow the sample to be accessed in a controlled manner upon return to earth. The sprc seal system addresses the two most significant concerns for planetary samples a seal surfaces contaminated by the sample and high pressure due to the phase change of volatiles. The sprc incorporates a novel sealing system evolved from the only marginally successful apollo seal approach but with added features to address the difficulties and inconsistencies observed. The indium is contained within a protective barrier to prevent oxidation, and the knife edge is mechanically cleaned during the sealing process. The container body will be configured to accommodate a variety of samples including rock cores, rock fragments, regolith, dust, and frozen soil. Atmospheric samples can also be preserved. The design is readily scalable and adaptable to specific missions.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract NNX10CE15P?
NNX10CE15P was awarded to Techno Planet Incorporated by Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on January 29, 2010.
How much is contract NNX10CE15P worth?
The government has obligated $99,160 on NNX10CE15P.
Which agency awarded contract NNX10CE15P?
Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) awarded NNX10CE15P, with funding from Jet Propulsion Lab (National Aeronautics and Space Administration).
Was contract NNX10CE15P competed?
The extent of competition for NNX10CE15P was full and open competition after exclusion of sources. The government received 6 offers. It was set aside: Total Small Business.
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