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This subcontract, managed by the USGS Contracting Activity under the Department of the Interior, focuses on the development of a specialized software suite for Flight Dynamics and Orbit Operations. The primary objective is to create tools for orbit determination, maneuver planning, and conjunction analysis to support prime contractors on Landsat 10 Mission Operations Center projects. The project requires deep technical expertise in orbital mechanics and the integration of NASA Flight Dynamics Facility and Conjunction Assessment Risk Analysis services to produce Definitive Ephemeris and LOSTT data. Classified under NAICS code 541715, the contract entails the delivery of a comprehensive flight dynamics software suite. The scope of work ensures that critical orbital tracking and risk assessment capabilities are seamlessly integrated with established NASA services to maintain the operational integrity of the Landsat 10 mission.

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Agency

Department Of The Interior → Usgs Contracting Activity

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

VA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of DOIDSAM27G003.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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D--USGS L10 MOC & Operations Updates

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AgencyDepartment Of The Interior → Usgs Contracting Activity

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Develops orbit determination, maneuver planning, and conjunction analysis tools for prime contractors on USGS Landsat 10 MOC projects. Integrates with NASA Flight Dynamics Facility (FDF) and Conjunction Assessment Risk Analysis (CARA) to generate Definitive Ephemeris and LOSTT. Requires expertise in orbital mechanics and NASA FD services. Delivers an orbit determination and flight dynamics software suite.

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