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

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https://sam.gov/opp/280ff8cef82849cfa5b54b5f5437c156/view
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    NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center is seeking partnerships for the development of the Lunar Ultraviolet Spectrometer (LUVS), aimed at deploying scientific payloads on the lunar surface as part of upcoming missions. The opportunity involves providing an optomechanical design, instrument build, integration, and operational support for a high technology readiness level UV/VIS spectrometer capable of autonomous operation for a minimum of 10 days, with a targeted maximum lifetime of 14 days. This initiative is critical for advancing lunar science and will utilize Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) for payload delivery. Interested parties must submit their proposals by September 12, 2024, with project funding caps ranging from $10 million to $25 million, excluding launch costs. For further inquiries, potential respondents can contact Eliad Peretz at eliad.peretz@nasa.gov.

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    eliad.peretz@nasa.gov
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    Partnership Opportunity for Lunar Ultraviolet Spectrometer.pdf
    NASA is seeking partnerships for the Lunar Ultraviolet Spectrometer (LUVS) as part of missions deploying scientific payloads on the lunar surface. The Partnership Opportunity Document (POD) outlines requirements for instrument design, construction, integration, and operational support, targeting a project timeline with initial proposals due by September 12, 2024, and the expected launch readiness by December 30, 2028. Key objectives include a high technology readiness level UV/VIS spectrometer capable of autonomous operation for up to 14 days, with specific designs for data collection and integration with Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) landers. Proposers are to provide a thorough technical approach that includes past relevant experience, a detailed cost estimate with justifications, and a timeline. Cost caps are set between $10 million and $25 million (excluding launch), and teams must support development with their own funding during the proposal phase. Evaluation criteria prioritize technical viability, past performance, and cost-effectiveness. The document emphasizes collaboration, comprehensive proposal submissions, and the non-competitive nature of the follow-up Phase A, reflecting a government effort to stimulate lunar science through innovative partnerships.
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