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Research and Development for Next-Gen SAR Technologies

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This contract, titled "Research and Development for Next-Gen SAR Technologies," is a subcontract awarded by NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. The focus is on applied research and development aimed at enhancing satellite-based search and rescue systems. Key objectives include improving detection accuracy, reducing the rate of false alarms, and advancing geolocation algorithms to support future satellite missions dedicated to search and rescue operations. The work will be performed in Greenbelt, with efforts centered on developing cutting-edge technologies to increase the reliability and effectiveness of search and rescue satellites. The contract falls under the NAICS code 541715, which pertains to research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. Through this initiative, NASA aims to leverage innovative R&D to significantly improve the performance and responsiveness of search and rescue capabilities from space-based platforms.

General Info

NASA subcontract for R&D improving satellite search and rescue detection, accuracy, and geolocation algorithms.

Agency

National Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Goddard Space Flight CenterView Agency

NAICS

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

Place of Performance

Greenbelt, MD, 20771, USA

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NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 80GSFC26R0010.

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

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NASA Search and Rescue System Support Contract

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PostedApr 8

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AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

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Applied R&D to improve detection accuracy, reduce false alarms, and enhance geolocation algorithms for future satellite-based search and rescue systems.

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