Develop and Test HLS GeoFM for Science-driven Advances for Earth Observation
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

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Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310)

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GENERAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY R&D SVCS; GENERAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY; R&D ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES (AK14)

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    NASA's National Aeronautics and Space Administration is seeking to award a sole source contract to Arizona State University (ASU) for the development and testing of the Harmonized Landsat Sentinel-2 (HLS) Geospatial AI Foundation Model (GeoFM), aimed at advancing Earth observation science. The project focuses on creating a flexible AI foundation model that addresses critical issues such as global climate change, urbanization, and terrain morphology, leveraging ASU's specialized expertise and existing collaboration with NASA. The performance of this contract will take place at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama, with a project timeline from September 1, 2024, to February 28, 2026. Interested organizations may submit their qualifications by September 17, 2024, for consideration, although the decision to conduct a competitive procurement remains at the government's discretion. For further inquiries, contact Tessa Martinez at tessa.m.martinez@nasa.gov.

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    SATPC0036653 Tab 04 4 SOW.pdf
    The Statement of Work outlines the development of the Harmonized Landsat Sentinel-2 (HLS) Geospatial AI Foundation Model (GeoFM) led by NASA's IMPACT team at the Marshall Space Flight Center. The primary objective is to create a flexible AI foundation model to advance geospatial science applications concerning global climate change, sustainable development, and urbanization. Key requirements for contractors include providing expertise to enhance the model’s architecture, developing evaluation strategies for different geographic contexts, and creating functional use cases to demonstrate the model's capabilities. The contractor is also tasked with outreach to educate the scientific community about GeoFM's potential through workshops and training sessions. Deliverables include labeled training data, benchmark documentation, and research findings to be disseminated through various channels. The project is set to take place at Arizona State University, with a performance window from September 1, 2024, to February 28, 2026. This initiative emphasizes the integration of advanced AI techniques in geospatial science, aiming to foster collaboration and innovation in the field.
    SATPC0036653 Tab 06 RDSS..pdf
    NASA's recommendation to engage Arizona State University (ASU) for the development of a Harmonized Landsat Sentinel-2 AI Geospatial Foundation Model (GeoFM) is detailed in this document. The proposed effort underlines the need for specialized expertise in creating foundational AI models addressing global climate change, urbanization, and terrain morphology. As ASU's Cyberinfrastructure and Computational Intelligence Lab is already integral to NASA's collaborative scientific research efforts, they possess unique capabilities and previous involvement which are essential for this project. The estimated timeframe for development spans from September 1, 2024, to February 28, 2026. The document posits that sourcing from another vendor would not yield comparable subject matter expertise, negatively impacting project timelines and fiscal planning. The justification emphasizes the critical role of AI in scientific advancement, particularly with customizable foundational models enabling targeted applications like landslide and crop mapping. This singular sourcing decision is presented in compliance with federal acquisition regulations, asserting that such procurement is necessary due to the niche technology and specialized knowledge required for effective model development for high-stakes research involving Earth observation.
    SATPC0036653 Tab 07 Capability Statement SAM.gov.pdf
    NASA/NSSC seeks to develop and test HLS GeoFM technology for Earth observation, intending to award a sole source contract to Arizona State University, which is the exclusive provider for this requirement. The performance will occur at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center, with procurement procedures following FAR Part 12 and 13. The relevant NAICS Code is 611310. Organizations interested in competing for this work may submit their qualifications by September 17, 2024, for evaluation, although the decision to conduct a competitive procurement rests solely with the government. Responses must be in written form, as oral communications are not permitted. The Center Ombudsman information is available online for concerns regarding this acquisition. This RFP exemplifies the federal government's streamlined procurement process aimed at enhancing earth science initiatives through specialized contracts.
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