Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #PD-14-5720
NSF International Ocean Discovery Program Operations and Research Support Solicitation
Buyer
National Science Foundation
Posted
April 18, 2014
Identifier
PD-14-5720
NAICS
541715
This opportunity from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) supports the International Ocean Discovery Program (IODP), a global marine geosciences research initiative. - Government Buyer: - U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) - OEMs and International Partners: - Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) of Japan - Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology (JAMSTEC) - European Consortium for Ocean Research Drilling (ECORD) - Primary Platforms: - JOIDES Resolution (light drillship, NSF) - Chikyu (heavy drillship, MEXT/JAMSTEC) - Mission-specific platforms (ECORD) - Products/Services Requested: - Research and operational support services for U.S.-based researchers - Participation in IODP expeditions - Planning and thematic workshops - Pre-drilling activities - Post-expedition research - Outreach activities - Unique Requirements: - No specific products or equipment are requested - Focus is on scientific and operational support for ocean drilling and marine geosciences - Collaboration with international partners and use of multiple drilling platforms - Place of Performance: - U.S. National Science Foundation (contracting office) - Activities may involve Scripps Institution of Oceanography (UC San Diego) and Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory (Columbia University)
Description
The International Ocean Discovery Program (IODP) advances basic research in marine geosciences, supported by the U.S. National Science Foundation and international partners. It employs a multi-platform approach including a non-riser vessel, a heavy riser-equipped vessel, and mission-specific platforms to address various scientific objectives. The U.S. provides the light drillship JOIDES Resolution, operated through a Cooperative Agreement with Texas A&M University. Additional support includes scientific planning boards, a Science Support Office, and the United States Science Support Program to facilitate research and outreach activities.