NASA Assis􀆟ve Technologies Showcase Summit and Entrepreneurial Training
ID: 80NSSC24880712QType: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA SHARED SERVICES CENTERSTENNIS SPACE CENTER, MS, 39529, USA

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

PSC

COMMUNITY AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT R&D SERVICES; COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT; BASIC RESEARCH (AB11)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/cb61fea2a419419cb9a311a4ff27b315/view
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    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking proposals for the Assistive Technologies Showcase Summit and Entrepreneurial Training through a Request for Quotation (RFQ). This procurement aims to facilitate innovative projects that promote assistive technologies, enhancing NASA's operational capabilities and outreach in entrepreneurial training while supporting small business engagement in federal contracts. The RFQ outlines essential components, including a Statement of Work, submission instructions, and evaluation criteria, with responses due by September 10, 2024. Interested small businesses must ensure their submissions remain valid for 30 days and comply with all specified requirements, including registration on SAM.gov. For further inquiries, contact Sara Jusino-Terry at sara.a.jusino-terry@nasa.gov.

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    Sara Jusino-Terry
    sara.a.jusino-terry@nasa.gov
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    SATPC0036375 TAB 04 4 SOW.pdf
    The NASA Assistive Technologies Showcase Summit and Entrepreneurial Training aims to enhance the commercialization of NASA-derived assistive technologies through entrepreneurship and partnerships. As part of NASA's T2X initiative, the Summit will showcase available technologies, attract and train entrepreneurs, and create opportunities for networking and licensing. Key activities include organizing the Summit event, promoting it to targeted audiences, managing logistics, facilitating entrepreneurial workshops, and conducting a post-Summit Assistive Technologies Challenge. The program also features a Commercialization Boot Camp for NASA employees, focusing on critical business strategies such as lean startups and market fit. The contractor responsible for these tasks must have experience in government and technology transfer, working collaboratively with NASA's T2X management and centers. Scheduled from August 30, 2024, to June 30, 2025, the Summit will take place in Washington, DC, with other components offered in hybrid and virtual formats, emphasizing the strengthening of tech startup ecosystems and enhancing problem-solving solutions for individuals with disabilities.
    SATPC0036375 TAB 12 RFQ Open Market Template.pdf
    The NASA Request for Quotation (RFQ) 80NSSC24880712 seeks proposals for the NASA Assistive Technologies Showcase Summit and Entrepreneurial Training. The RFQ outlines essential components, including a Statement of Work, instructions for offerors, solicitation provisions, clauses/terms and conditions, and quote evaluation criteria. Responses are due by September 10, 2024, with the requirement that submissions remain valid for 30 days. This procurement is exclusively available for small businesses, and all offers must come from registered entities on SAM.gov. Key provisions include requirements related to telecommunications equipment, representations regarding certain business operations, and compliance with U.S. regulations on subcontracting. The document emphasizes the importance of timely submissions and compliance with specified credentials, reflecting the stringent standards typical in government contracts. Overall, the solicitation aims to facilitate innovative projects promoting assistive technologies, thereby enhancing NASA's operational capabilities and outreach in entrepreneurial training while supporting small business engagement in federal contracts.
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