NASA Research Contract with Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory
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The Frame
This contract directs $5.45 million in federal funds toward technical research and engineering support for NASA's robotic space missions and broader aerospace development programs.
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National Aeronautics and Space Administration
The agency is responsible for issuing task orders and managing the research output of the contract.
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLC
The organization is responsible for performing the research, engineering, and technical tasks assigned by NASA.
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Summary
Key Facts
- NASA awarded a contract valued at $5.45 million to the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory.
- The contract covers aerospace research, development, and engineering support (ARDES) for all NASA mission directorates.
- Work will be performed based on specific task orders issued by a NASA contracting officer.
- The scope includes technical advice, studies, and reports to assist in NASA program execution.
- Contract activities include technology transfer, partnering, and commercialization efforts.
- Task orders are divided into two categories: Essential Research Capabilities (focused on robotic space missions) and Other Aerospace Research, Development, and Engineering Support.
- The contract covers the full mission life cycle, from concept formulation to data analysis.
- Specific task assignments may involve hardware, software, systems engineering, scientific analysis, and project management.
Frequently Asked Questions
What will the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory do with this money?
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Why It Matters
This contract directs $5.45 million in federal funds toward technical research and engineering support for NASA's robotic space missions and broader aerospace development programs.
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Broad Scope Contracting
The contract is structured as an umbrella agreement for all NASA mission directorates rather than a project-specific award, indicating a reliance on the laboratory for ongoing, flexible technical support.
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