Award
Definitive Contract #80GSFC19C0054
NASA Awards $200,840,220 Contract for WFIRST Science Operations Center
Buyer
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Award Amount
$204,955,978.00
Ceiling
$204,955,978.00
Period of Performance
Jul 01, 2019 – Jun 30, 2022
Identifier
80GSFC19C0054
NAICS
541715
This definitive contract, awarded by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), is valued at a potential total of $200,840,220. The recipient, the Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy, Inc., specializes in astronomy research and education. The contract focuses on products and services related to the design phase of the Wide-Field Infrared Survey Telescope (WFIRST) Science Operations Center (SOC). The significance of this contract lies in its contribution to advancing astronomical research and capabilities, which could enhance scientific understanding and public interest in space exploration. The contract is NOT COMPETED and is categorized as 'OTHER THAN SMALL BUSINESS', with no set-aside designation used. The period of performance for the contract began on July 1, 2019, and will end on September 30, 2027. Key subcontractors include Network Communications Technology, Inc. providing Dell PowerEdge servers, Alliance Technology Group LLC delivering a Hitachi VSP G5600 storage upgrade, and BDO USA, P.A. for Deltek product support. Previous contracts were also established to support the ongoing initiatives related to the WFIRST project.
Description
FUNDING FOR ROMAN SOC