Request for Information: Conference on Lunar, Planetary and Space Sciences
ID: NNH25ZDA006LType: Special Notice
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA HEADQUARTERSWASHINGTON, DC, 20546, USA

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Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life SciencesT (54171)

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SPACE R&D SERVICES; SPACE FLIGHT, RESEARCH AND SUPPORTING ACTIVITIES; BASIC RESEARCH (AR11)

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https://sam.gov/opp/71b4647b3cd84862a1ded33f46f37604/view
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    NASA's Science Mission Directorate is seeking partners for an annual conference focused on Lunar, Planetary, and Space Sciences, scheduled from 2026 to 2030. Through a Request for Information (RFI), NASA invites U.S.-based organizations to propose innovative program content and logistics for these conferences, emphasizing the inclusion of underrepresented groups and individuals with disabilities. This initiative aims to foster collaboration within the scientific community and enhance educational opportunities in planetary science. Interested parties can direct inquiries to Dr. Aaron Burton at hq-planetscicon@mail.nasa.gov, with the RFI having closed for responses on November 20, 2024, and further developments expected in the form of an Announcement for Partnership Proposals (AFPP).

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    Aaron Burton – Planetary Science Division - Science Mission Directorate
    hq-planetscicon@mail.nasa.gov
    Tiffany Morgan – Planetary Science Division - Science Mission Directorate
    hq-planetscicon@mail.nasa.gov
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    NASA's Science Mission Directorate's Planetary Science Division has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking partners for an annual planetary, lunar, and space science conference from 2026 to 2030 on a non-reimbursable basis. Entities interested in collaborating with NASA are invited to submit responses detailing innovative ideas for program content, with an emphasis on expanding participation among underrepresented groups and individuals with disabilities. The collaboration requires potential partners to cover the conference logistics while NASA funds its own contributions. Responses may lead to individual discussions or an Announcement for Partnership Proposals (AFPP) under a Space Act Agreement, establishing mutual roles. Submissions are limited to U.S.-based organizations, as international collaborations must originate from U.S. entities. Organizations are encouraged to contribute multiple responses, and inquiries can be directed to NASA via a designated email. The RFI is a critical step in fostering collaboration in planetary science, promoting diversity, and enhancing educational opportunities within the scientific community.
    QandAEmail.pdf
    The Science Mission Directorate (SMD) of NASA is seeking input regarding future conferences on Lunar, Planetary, and Space Sciences through a Request for Information (RFI) identified as NNH25ZDA006L. Released on November 5, 2024, the RFI is now closed for responses as of November 20, 2024. A subsequent Q&A document was published on February 10, 2025, offering updates and clarifications as SMD prepares to announce a Partnership Proposals (AFPP) for collaborative projects related to these conferences. The proposed model involves NASA partnering with organizations that host conferences, where NASA funds its contributions, while the partners manage the venue and cover other associated expenses. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Dr. Aaron Burton of the Planetary Science Division. This initiative showcases NASA's commitment to engaging with the scientific community and fostering collaborative efforts in space sciences.
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