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NOAA BAA for Research, Education, and Outreach Projects Supporting Ocean and STEM Initiatives

NOAA is inviting proposals for research, education, outreach, and innovative projects that support its mission and strategic plan. - Government Buyer: - Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) - Multiple NOAA Line Offices, including NOS Management and Budget Office - Products/Services Requested: - No specific products or OEMs requested - Services include research, education, outreach, and innovative projects - Focus areas: - Ocean exploration, scientific discovery, and technology development - STEM education and resources for virtual/hybrid learning - Increasing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) - Interdisciplinary approaches and public data sharing - Environmental impact consideration - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Proposals must align with NOAA's mission and strategic goals - Emphasis on DEIA planning and activities - Public sharing of data and results - Interdisciplinary and innovative approaches encouraged - Funding is contingent on appropriations and not guaranteed - Open to a wide range of applicants: academic, nonprofit, commercial, governmental, and international entities - No OEMs or vendors are specified in this announcement - Place of performance and contracting offices are NOAA facilities in Silver Spring and College Park, Maryland

Description

This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) by NOAA encourages research, education, outreach, innovative projects, or sponsorships not addressed through NOAA's competitive discretionary programs. The focus is on exploring the ocean, advancing scientific discovery, technology, and education, particularly in STEM fields, with an emphasis on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, nonprofits, commercial organizations, international or foreign organizations or governments, individuals, and state, local, and Indian Tribal governments. Funding is contingent upon the availability of appropriations and is not guaranteed.

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