Range Operations Contract II (ROC-II) Contract Extension
ID: 80GSFC19C0013_CY6Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTERGREENBELT, MD, 20771, USA

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All Other Telecommunications (517810)

PSC

GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY R&D SERVICES; GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY; BASIC RESEARCH (AJ11)

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https://sam.gov/opp/bd2ce250d5dd4f2bb5c831a71df4a3f4/view
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    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Goddard Space Flight Center is seeking to extend the Range Operations Contract II (ROC-II) for an additional six months, from February 9, 2025, to August 9, 2025. This extension is necessary to ensure the continuation of critical services at the Wallops Flight Facility (WFF), which include systems operations, maintenance, and support for communication, control, and instrumentation systems used during launch and testing activities. The contractor will be responsible for maintaining operational readiness, adhering to safety protocols, and managing various aspects of program performance, including risk assessment and quality assurance, to support both governmental and commercial missions. Interested parties must submit their capability statements by 5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time on November 15, 2024, to Aaron Case at aaron.m.case@nasa.gov, with submissions limited to 10 pages or less.

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    Aaron Case
    (757) 824-1067
    aaron.m.case@nasa.gov
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    Attachment A - Statement of Work - 03-23-23 - Final.pdf
    The "Range Operations Contract II" document outlines the services required by NASA's Wallops Flight Facility (WFF) for systems operations, maintenance, and support. The contract emphasizes the provision of qualified personnel and operational readiness to assist with communication, control, and instrumentation systems utilized during launch and testing activities. Key components include the maintenance and improvement of existing systems, adherence to safety protocols, and comprehensive program management that encompasses risk assessment, performance metrics, and quality assurance. The contractor is also responsible for maintaining database management systems (Maximo®) and ensuring frequent reporting on project progress and performance. Special attention is given to configuration management, health and safety, human capital management, and financial oversight, highlighting a structured approach to service delivery. The document indicates that the contractor will enable NASA's ongoing operation without hindering program schedules, ultimately supporting both governmental and commercial missions. This thorough framework aims to ensure that Wallops can adapt to evolving mission requirements while achieving high standards of operational excellence.
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