Opportunity Information: Apply for NNH11ZEA001N VSST1
Apply for NNH11ZEA001N VSST1
- The NASA Headquarters in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "B.3 Vehicle Systems Safety Technologies (VSST1)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 43.002 Aeronautics.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 9, 2012 and posted on Mar 9, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 23, 2012. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Opportunity Summary:
B.3 Vehicle Systems Safety Technologies (VSST1) is a NASA Headquarters aeronautics research funding opportunity issued as part of the broader "Research Opportunities in Aeronautics 2011" (ROA) solicitation. This specific posting is not a brand-new standalone solicitation; it is an amendment (Amendment #1) that adds or updates research topics contained in Appendix A.2 under the umbrella announcement ROA NRA NNH11ZEA001N. In practical terms, NASA used this modification to introduce new technical topics and associated proposal instructions while keeping the rest of the original ROA 2011 announcement unchanged.
The opportunity supports science and technology research and development in aeronautics, with a focus area titled "Vehicle Systems Safety Technologies." While the text provided does not list the individual research subtopics, it makes clear that the detailed requirements, topic descriptions, and any topic-specific proposal due dates were published in NASA's NSPIRES system under the open solicitation for ROA NRA NNH11ZEA001N. Applicants were expected to use NSPIRES as the authoritative source for the Appendix A.2 topic language, formatting rules, and submission instructions, since those elements can differ from one appendix topic to another even when they sit under the same overarching ROA.
NASA planned to make awards through grants and cooperative agreements. Both mechanisms fund research, but cooperative agreements generally imply NASA expects more substantial involvement during the period of performance (for example, collaboration, technical interchange, or access to NASA expertise and facilities) compared with a standard grant. The listing indicates there is no cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning proposers were not required to contribute non-federal funds as a condition of eligibility or award, although voluntary cost sharing can sometimes appear in proposals depending on institutional practice and the specifics of the program guidance.
Eligibility is described as "unrestricted," meaning proposals were open to any type of entity, subject to clarifications that might be included in the full text of the announcement. In NASA research announcements, that typically allows participation by universities, nonprofits, for-profit companies, federally funded research and development centers where permitted, and other organizations, and sometimes includes teaming arrangements or subawards. Any eligibility nuances, such as limitations for certain entity types, domestic participation expectations, or export control considerations, would be spelled out in the full solicitation text in NSPIRES.
Key administrative details include a posted and created date of March 9, 2012, with a proposal closing date of April 23, 2012, and an archive date of May 23, 2012. The CFDA number associated with the program is 43.002 (Aeronautics), which is the standard federal assistance identifier for NASA aeronautics research funding. Because this is an amended appendix topic under an existing ROA, applicants needed to follow both the overarching ROA instructions and any additional, topic-specific requirements described in Appendix A.2, including any unique evaluation criteria, page limits, or required proposal elements.
For access and submission, NASA directed applicants to NSPIRES (nspires.nasaprs.com) under the open solicitation listing for ROA NRA NNH11ZEA001N, where the complete announcement text and updated appendix topics could be found. For help obtaining the full announcement or resolving access issues, the notice lists points of contact including Tony Strazisar (roa@nasa.gov) and NAIS Support (nais.support@nasa.gov).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is B.3 Vehicle Systems Safety Technologies (VSST1)?
B.3 Vehicle Systems Safety Technologies (VSST1) is a NASA Headquarters aeronautics research funding opportunity released under the broader "Research Opportunities in Aeronautics 2011" (ROA) solicitation. It supports science and technology research and development in aeronautics, specifically within the focus area titled "Vehicle Systems Safety Technologies."
Is VSST1 a standalone solicitation or part of another NASA announcement?
VSST1 is not a brand-new standalone solicitation. It is an amendment (Amendment #1) that adds or updates research topics contained in Appendix A.2 under the umbrella ROA announcement identified as ROA NRA NNH11ZEA001N. The rest of the original ROA 2011 announcement remains unchanged.
What changed as a result of Amendment #1?
Amendment #1 introduced new or updated technical topics and associated proposal instructions within Appendix A.2. Applicants were expected to rely on the updated Appendix A.2 content and any topic-specific instructions published in NSPIRES for the authoritative, current requirements.
Where are the detailed research topics for Vehicle Systems Safety Technologies listed?
The detailed research topic descriptions (including any subtopics) are published in NASA's NSPIRES system under the open solicitation listing for ROA NRA NNH11ZEA001N. The summary information provided here does not list the individual subtopics, and NSPIRES is identified as the authoritative source.
Where do applicants find official proposal instructions and formatting rules?
Applicants were directed to use NSPIRES (nspires.nasaprs.com) under the open solicitation for ROA NRA NNH11ZEA001N. NSPIRES contains the complete announcement text, the updated Appendix A.2 topic language, formatting rules, and submission instructions.
Do proposal due dates vary by topic within Appendix A.2?
They can. The information indicates that topic-specific proposal due dates may be published in NSPIRES and can differ from one appendix topic to another even under the same overarching ROA announcement. Applicants needed to check NSPIRES for any topic-specific due date details.
What is the proposal closing date for this posting?
The proposal closing date listed for this opportunity is April 23, 2012.
When was this opportunity posted and when was it archived?
The posted/created date is March 9, 2012. The archive date is May 23, 2012.
What types of awards does NASA expect to make under this opportunity?
NASA planned to make awards through grants and cooperative agreements.
What is the difference between a grant and a cooperative agreement in this context?
Both mechanisms fund research. The notice explains that cooperative agreements generally imply NASA expects more substantial involvement during the period of performance (for example, collaboration, technical interchange, or access to NASA expertise and facilities) compared with a standard grant.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The listing states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning proposers were not required to contribute non-federal funds as a condition of eligibility or award.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is described as "unrestricted," meaning proposals were open to any type of entity, subject to any clarifications that might be included in the full announcement text.
Are there any eligibility nuances applicants should watch for?
Yes. While eligibility is described as unrestricted, any specific nuances (such as limitations for certain entity types, domestic participation expectations, or export control considerations) would be spelled out in the full solicitation text in NSPIRES. Applicants were expected to consult NSPIRES for those details.
Do applicants need to follow both the overarching ROA rules and the appendix topic rules?
Yes. Because this is an amended appendix topic under an existing ROA, applicants needed to follow the overarching ROA instructions as well as any additional, topic-specific requirements described in Appendix A.2. The notice also indicates these topic-specific requirements can include unique evaluation criteria, page limits, and required proposal elements.
What is the CFDA number for this program?
The CFDA number associated with the program is 43.002 (Aeronautics).
What is the main place to access the opportunity and submit proposals?
NASA directed applicants to NSPIRES (nspires.nasaprs.com) under the open solicitation listing for ROA NRA NNH11ZEA001N for access to the full announcement text and updated appendix topics, as well as for proposal instructions and submission.
Who can applicants contact for help or access issues?
The notice lists points of contact including Tony Strazisar (roa@nasa.gov) and NAIS Support (nais.support@nasa.gov).
What should applicants treat as the authoritative source if there is any discrepancy?
NSPIRES is identified as the authoritative source for the Appendix A.2 topic language, formatting rules, submission instructions, and any topic-specific due dates or requirements.
What is the overarching solicitation identifier applicants should look for in NSPIRES?
Applicants were instructed to locate the open solicitation listing for ROA NRA NNH11ZEA001N in NSPIRES.
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