Applying NASA Capabilities to Address Water Management Needs in the Missouri River Basin to Support Water Resources Management RFI
ID: MY-2663-072524Type: Sources Sought
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA MANAGEMENT OFFICE -- JPLPASADENA, CA, 91109, USA

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/c43f0bbb5bd04ae19d9ec34cc5fcec3f/view
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    Description

    NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) is seeking responses to a Request for Information (RFI) aimed at leveraging NASA capabilities to address water management needs in the Missouri River Basin. The Western Water Applications Office (WWAO) is particularly interested in innovative solutions that utilize NASA data and technologies to fill identified data gaps and enhance water resource management, as outlined in the 2023 Missouri River Basin Needs Assessment Report. This initiative is crucial for improving watershed health, water availability, water quality, and agricultural practices, while fostering collaboration among stakeholders in the region. Interested parties should submit their responses by February 14, 2025, to Molly Lift at molly.l.lift@jpl.nasa.gov, with potential funding for subsequent projects estimated between $100,000 and $200,000 over a period of up to 24 months.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Molly Lift
    (626) 372-5661
    molly.l.lift@jpl.nasa.gov
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    Exhibit 1 WWAO Missouri River Basin Needs Assessment Report 20230718.pdf
    The Missouri River Basin Needs Assessment Report, prepared by HDR, Inc. for NASA's Western Water Applications Office (WWAO), identifies crucial water resource management needs through a workshop held in March 2023. The report defines characteristics of the Missouri River Basin, addresses stakeholder challenges, and highlights gaps in water management utilizing NASA's remote sensing data and tools. Key focus areas include Watershed Health and Management, Water Availability, Agriculture and Irrigation, Water Quality, and Water Infrastructure. During the workshop, 21 use cases emerged, ranking importance based on stakeholder input. Notable use cases address habitat identity, runoff forecasting, groundwater level monitoring, and improved evapotranspiration data. The findings guide future Requests for Information (RFIs) aimed at developing collaborative efforts and projects to optimize water management strategies within the region. The report demonstrates WWAO's mission to enhance water management in the western U.S. by leveraging data and fostering cooperation among various stakeholders, ensuring resource sustainability while addressing climate challenges.
    Exhibit 2 Application Readiness Level Metric.pdf
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