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On-Orbit Software Upload and Demonstration Support

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This contract involves providing support during the operational phase for uploading new software to four 6U CubeSats using the NASA ground station located in Palo Alto. The scope includes managing the software upload process, monitoring telemetry data from the satellites, and verifying their performance to ensure successful operation of the new software. The work is categorized under NAICS code 541690 and is subcontracted through NASA Ames Research Center, with the goal of maintaining and demonstrating on-orbit software functionality for the CubeSats. The contract emphasizes close monitoring and performance verification as critical components to support the ongoing mission objectives of these satellites in orbit. By leveraging NASA's ground station capabilities, the contractor will assist in maintaining the health and functionality of the CubeSats through careful software management and telemetry analysis. This ensures that the spacecraft continue to operate as intended with updated onboard software, contributing to the overall success of NASA's space missions.

General Info

Support software uploads, telemetry monitoring, and performance verification for four 6U CubeSats via NASA ground station.

Agency

National Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Ames Research Center

NAICS

541690 - Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services

Place of Performance

Palo Alto, CA, 94304, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 80ARC026P0002.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Autonomous Space-Based Situational Awareness Software - Starling Mission Follow-On

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PostedJun 4

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AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Ames Research Center

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Organization / AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Ames Research Center

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Full Description

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Support the operational phase of uploading new software to four 6U CubeSats via NASA ground station, monitor telemetry, and verify performance.

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