Earth Science Data and Information System (ESDIS) Next (ENX) RFI
ID: RFI-NASA-GSFC-ENXType: Sources Sought
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTERGREENBELT, MD, 20771, USA

NAICS

Computer Systems Design Services (541512)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - HIGH PERFORMANCE COMPUTING (HPC) SUPPORT SERVICES (LABOR) (DB01)

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https://sam.gov/opp/376a24f0d2d942b9b624e06655fcea07/view
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    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Goddard Space Flight Center is seeking information from potential sources for the Earth Science Data and Information System (ESDIS) Next (ENX) project, which focuses on the development and sustaining engineering of software and hardware systems for science data management. The ENX initiative aims to enhance NASA's Earth science data management capabilities by transitioning to cloud-based platforms, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring data integrity and security, while also fostering collaboration with various stakeholders in Earth science research. Interested parties, particularly those from small businesses and underserved communities, are encouraged to submit capability statements and recommendations by September 26, 2024, to Jonathon D. Wingerberg at jonathon.d.wingerberg@nasa.gov, as no solicitation currently exists for this opportunity.

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    Jonathon D. Wingerberg
    (301) 286-0383
    jonathon.d.wingerberg@nasa.gov
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    ENX SOW DRAFT.pdf
    The Earth Science Data and Information System (ESDIS) Next (ENX) contract aims to enhance NASA's Earth science data management through the development and sustainment of software and hardware systems. This contract focuses on transitioning to cloud-based platforms, improving operational efficiency, and reducing costs while maintaining data integrity and security. The ESDIS Project, under NASA’s Earth Science Division, is responsible for the processing, archiving, and distribution of data from various Earth observation missions. The ENX contractor is charged with integrating and coordinating activities relevant to Earth science data management, providing user support, and maintaining operational systems. Key components of the project include program management, system engineering, development of new systems, maintenance of existing ones, IT security, user services, operations support, and testing. The contractor is expected to apply open-source principles, adopt a scaled agile development methodology, and ensure compliance with NASA’s security and software policies. This initiative emphasizes the importance of collaborative efforts with different stakeholders to optimize user experiences and capabilities in Earth science research, reflecting NASA's commitment to open data sharing for societal benefit.
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