Game Changing Opportunities In Technology Development (GCD) Appendix C2 | Apply Online

Opportunity Summary:

NASA Headquarters released this opportunity as Appendix C2 under the Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD) NASA Research Announcement called Space Technology Research, Development, Demonstration, and Infusion 2014 (SpaceTech REDDI 2014). The specific topic is "Advanced Oxygen Recovery for Spacecraft Life Support Systems," and it sits within STMDs Game Changing Development (GCD) Program, which is aimed at moving promising technologies through the mid-range technology readiness levels, generally TRL 3 to 5. In practical terms, NASA is looking for technologies that can significantly improve spacecraft atmosphere revitalization so future human exploration missions can operate with far less resupply from Earth and with more robust, self-sufficient life support.

The central technical objective is to mature atmospheric revitalization technologies that increase oxygen recovery and help "close the loop" in spacecraft life support. NASA highlights the need for solutions that not only raise oxygen recovery performance but also improve overall reliability while reducing mass, volume, and power demands, since those constraints drive mission cost and feasibility. The stated performance goal in this appendix is to develop approaches that can raise the oxygen recovery rate to at least 75 percent, which signals NASA is prioritizing meaningful improvements over incremental tweaks and wants a clear, measurable capability increase.

From an acquisition standpoint, NASA plans a phased approach with a progressive competitive down-select. Phase I is described as an Engineering Development Unit effort with an expected period of performance of up to 15 months. Phase II is envisioned as a Prototype Hardware phase lasting up to 24 months. The intent is that results and demonstrated progress in Phase I set the basis for who is best positioned to continue into later phases, and NASA expects the Phase I awardees will be the most capable of competing for follow-on phases because they will already have the design maturity and development momentum. That said, NASA notes that later phases will still be synopsized and that proposals from all responsible sources can be considered by the due date; however, any new entrant would need to prove design maturity equivalent to the prior-phase performers, and if they cannot fully demonstrate that maturity, NASA may deem the proposal unacceptable without further consideration.

The funding opportunity number is NNH14ZOA001N-14GCD-C2, and the activity category is science and technology research and development tied to exploration (CFDA 43.003). The opportunity is listed as discretionary, with multiple possible funding instruments referenced, including cooperative agreements, grants, and procurement contracts. NASA anticipated making up to 10 awards. No cost sharing or matching requirement is indicated. The posting date was April 18, 2014, with a proposal closing date of June 2, 2014, and an archive date of July 2, 2014. The award floor and ceiling fields are shown as 0 in the provided source data, which usually means the specific dollar ranges were not expressed in those standardized fields and applicants would need to consult the appendix and the umbrella NRA instructions for budget expectations and constraints.

Eligibility is described as unrestricted, meaning the solicitation is open to any type of entity, subject to any clarifications included in the full text of the announcement. Proposals had to be submitted electronically through NSPIRES by an authorized organizational representative, and NASA emphasizes that organizations should register and get comfortable with NSPIRES well ahead of the deadline to avoid submission issues. NASA also encourages interested parties to monitor NSPIRES or subscribe to notifications for updates and the release of other appendices under SpaceTech REDDI 2014.

For questions, NASA provided an email point of contact specifically for this appendix (HQ-STMD-GCDC2@mail.nasa.gov), and indicated that answers may be provided by email and also rolled into an FAQ hosted on the NSPIRES page for the appendix, with anonymity preserved for those submitting questions. The announcement also notes that the umbrella SpaceTech REDDI 2014 NRA document was revised, including an update to the attachment describing Technology Readiness Level definitions, and applicants were expected to reference that revised umbrella document when preparing submissions.

In short, this appendix is a targeted NASA life-support technology maturation call focused on oxygen recovery improvements for human spaceflight. It is structured to start with an engineering development unit effort and then move toward prototype hardware, using competitive down-selection and performance-based readiness gates between phases. The outcome NASA is driving toward is a more closed, reliable, and resource-efficient atmosphere revitalization system, with a concrete oxygen recovery threshold of at least 75 percent as a key benchmark.

Browse more business programs for Technology Service Providers

Browse more opportunities from the same agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Browse more opportunities from the same category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Next opportunity: Hurricane Sandy Submerged Marine Habitat Mapping A Foundation for Enhancing Resilience to Climate Change and other Stressors at Gateway National Recreation Area

Previous opportunity: Integration of Oral Health and Primary Care Practice Technical Assistance (IOHPCP)

USGrants.org Applicant Portal:

Are you interested in learning about about how to apply for this government funding opportunity? You can create a free applicant account and receive instant access to our applicant portal that many business owners like you have benefited from.

Apply for NNH14ZOA001N 14GCD C2

 

[Watch] how do funding administrators access proposals?

Applicants also applied for:

Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (NNH14ZOA001N 14GCD C2) also looked into and applied for these:

 

Grant application guides and resources

It is always free to apply for government grants. However the process may be very complex depending on the funding opportunity you are applying for. Let us help you!

Apply for Grants

 

 

Premium leads for funding administrators, grant writers, and loan issuers

Thousands of people visit our website for their funding needs every day. When a user creates a grant proposal and files for submission, we pass the information on to funding administrators, grant writers, and government loan issuers.

If you manage government grant programs, provide grant writing services, or issue personal or government loans, we can help you reach your audience.

Subscribe to Leads

 

Request more information:

Would you like to learn more about this funding opportunity, similar opportunities to "NNH14ZOA001N 14GCD C2", eligibility, application service, and/or application tips? Submit an inquiry below:

Don't forget to subscribe to our grant alerts mailing list to receive weekly alerts on new and updated grant funding opportunities like this one in your email.