Space Exploration Network Services and Evolution (SENSE)
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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/ce2293dff220474ab72a4f1efa5b839f/view
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    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking to extend a sole source contract for the Space Exploration Network Services and Evolution (SENSE) project, which is critical for the continuous operations, maintenance, and evolution of relay and direct-to-earth networks. The requirements encompass a wide range of services, including routine and contingency operations, software and hardware maintenance, network management, IT security, and systems engineering activities necessary for future architectural developments. This contract extension with Peraton Inc. will continue until March 31, 2026, allowing for the uninterrupted provision of mission-critical services while a competitive follow-on procurement is underway. Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to Sandra Grello at sandra.r.grello@nasa.gov by 2:00 pm EST on December 31, 2024, for consideration in determining the potential for competitive acquisition.

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    (301) 286-8480
    Sandra.R.Grello@nasa.gov
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