A--SPACE AND EARTH SCIENCE DATA ANALYSIS (SESDA) EXTENSION

The NASA Goddard Space Flight Center intends to extend the Space and Earth Sciences Data Analysis (SESDA) contract for an additional four months, renewing it in one-month increments. This short-term extension ensures uninterrupted support for essential scientific and data analysis activities while a new contract is being finalized. The contract covers a wide array of services across multiple scientific disciplines, including solar and space plasma physics, astrophysics, planetary studies, atmospheric science, oceanography, geodynamics, and solid earth geographics. The scope of work encompasses scientific data analysis, physical process modeling and simulation, development of data systems for flight projects and field experiments, as well as the creation and management of large-scale data archives and delivery systems. Additionally, it includes tasks related to systems analysis, programming, and network engineering to support the technological infrastructure underpinning these scientific endeavors. These services primarily support NASA Goddard’s Science, Flight Programs, and Engineering departments, providing critical input to ongoing research and missions. The government does not plan to procure commercial items under this contract, adhering instead to specific federal acquisition regulations. An Ombudsman has been appointed to facilitate communication and address concerns related to the contract. This extension aligns with the center’s need to maintain continuity in data analysis and research support operations pending the award of a new, long-term contract.