Opportunity Information: Apply for NNH16ZDA001N SGR
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- The NASA-HQ in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "ROSES 2016: Space Geodesy Research Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 43.001.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 23, 2016 and posted on May 23, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 15, 2016. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Opportunity Summary:
ROSES 2016: Space Geodesy Research Program (Funding Opportunity Number NNH16ZDA001N, SGR) is part of NASA's annual omnibus solicitation known as ROSES (Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences). Through this notice of research announcement, NASA Headquarters, via the Science Mission Directorate (SMD), invites proposals for basic and applied research that strengthens NASA's space and Earth science priorities. While the specific Space Geodesy element sits within the larger ROSES framework, the solicitation text emphasizes a broad portfolio of work NASA is willing to support, ranging from fundamental theory and modeling to practical technology development and mission-enabling research tied to SMD science goals.
The opportunity supports many kinds of research and development activities across space and Earth sciences. Examples called out include: analysis of NASA science data; theoretical and computational modeling; development and maturation of techniques and instruments for future missions; and studies that use platforms such as aircraft, scientific balloons, sounding rockets, the International Space Station, CubeSats, and suborbital reusable launch vehicles. It also includes laboratory and analytical work related to samples returned from space missions, along with terrestrial samples used to validate or interpret Earth-observing measurements. Additional areas include determining atomic and compositional parameters needed to interpret space-based observations, conducting Earth surface observations and field campaigns that complement NASA missions, building integrated Earth system models, and developing applied systems that translate Earth science research results into information products that serve societal needs.
Funding levels are intentionally flexible to accommodate both small, targeted investigations and large, complex efforts. NASA notes that awards can be under $100,000 per year for narrower projects such as focused data analysis, while larger programs such as specialized experimental hardware development can exceed $1 million per year. The total funds available vary by ROSES program element, typically ranging from less than $1 million to several million dollars, which means NASA may select anywhere from just a few proposals to several dozen depending on the element's objectives and the overall quality and quantity of submissions.
NASA can fund selected proposals using several different award mechanisms, chosen based on the nature of the work and the proposing organization. These mechanisms include grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and interagency or intraagency transfers. The standard period of performance is typically three years, though some program elements allow up to five years and others may specify shorter durations.
Eligibility is broad and generally open to organizations of all types, including U.S. and non-U.S. entities, government and private organizations, for-profit and nonprofit institutions, with no stated restrictions on teaming arrangements. A key condition is NASA's policy for participation by non-U.S. organizations: collaborations may occur, but they must be structured on a no-exchange-of-funds basis, meaning NASA funds are not transferred to non-U.S. partners.
Proposals must be submitted electronically by the due dates associated with the specific program element. Submissions are accepted through NSPIRES (NASA's proposal system) or through Grants.gov, but organizations must be registered in NSPIRES regardless of which submission portal they use. If submitting via Grants.gov, the organization must be registered there as well. Registration must identify the authorized organizational representative(s) who can officially submit proposals, and all investigators and participants (including co-investigators) must have NSPIRES registrations. NASA strongly encourages applicants to start registration and system familiarization well ahead of deadlines to avoid last-minute submission issues.
Administrative details and the most actionable guidance for applicants are organized within the ROSES appendices and summary tables. The appendices describe the individual program elements (including Space Geodesy) and provide key information such as scope, contacts, and element-specific instructions. Tables in the ROSES document list element names, due dates, and links for each call. NASA also highlights that amendments, clarifications, and new calls may be released up through February 2017, and applicants are encouraged to monitor NSPIRES or subscribe to notifications to stay current. Additional help is available through ROSES FAQs and through the program officer contacts listed for each element. For overarching ROSES policy and procedure questions, the solicitation points applicants to the SMD research office contact (sara@nasa.gov). The posted opportunity lists an original and current closing date of August 15, 2016, and identifies the activity area as science and technology research and development under CFDA 43.001.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the ROSES 2016: Space Geodesy Research Program (SGR) opportunity?
It is a funding opportunity within NASA's annual omnibus solicitation called ROSES (Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences). Under Funding Opportunity Number NNH16ZDA001N, SGR, NASA Headquarters (via the Science Mission Directorate, SMD) invites proposals for basic and applied research that strengthens NASA's space and Earth science priorities.
Is Space Geodesy the only topic NASA will fund under this notice?
No. While the Space Geodesy element is part of the ROSES framework, the solicitation describes a broad portfolio of research and development NASA is willing to support across space and Earth sciences, so applicants should rely on the ROSES appendices and summary tables for the specific program element scope and instructions.
What kinds of activities and research are supported?
The solicitation describes support for a wide range of space and Earth science R&D activities, including analysis of NASA science data, theoretical and computational modeling, and development/maturation of techniques and instruments for future missions and mission-enabling research tied to SMD science goals.
Are data analysis projects eligible?
Yes. Analysis of NASA science data is specifically called out as an example of supported work, including smaller, targeted investigations.
Does NASA support instrument, technique, or technology development under this opportunity?
Yes. The solicitation mentions development and maturation of techniques and instruments for future missions, as well as specialized experimental hardware development as an example of larger efforts that may be supported.
What platforms or mission types can be involved in proposed work?
Examples mentioned include studies using aircraft, scientific balloons, sounding rockets, the International Space Station (ISS), CubeSats, and suborbital reusable launch vehicles.
Does the opportunity include laboratory and sample-related work?
Yes. It includes laboratory and analytical work related to samples returned from space missions, and terrestrial samples used to validate or interpret Earth-observing measurements.
Can field campaigns and Earth surface observations be proposed?
Yes. The solicitation mentions Earth surface observations and field campaigns that complement NASA missions.
Does NASA support Earth system modeling and applied systems that serve societal needs?
Yes. The solicitation includes building integrated Earth system models and developing applied systems that translate Earth science research results into information products that serve societal needs.
How much funding is available per award?
Funding levels are intentionally flexible. NASA notes that awards can be under $100,000 per year for narrower projects (such as focused data analysis), while larger programs (such as specialized experimental hardware development) can exceed $1 million per year.
How much total funding is available for this opportunity?
Total funds available vary by ROSES program element, typically ranging from less than $1 million to several million dollars. Because this varies by element, the number of selections can range from a few proposals to several dozen depending on the element's objectives and the quality/quantity of submissions.
How many proposals does NASA expect to select?
The solicitation indicates NASA may select anywhere from just a few proposals to several dozen, depending on the specific ROSES program element, its objectives, and the overall quality and quantity of submissions received.
What award mechanisms might NASA use to fund selected proposals?
NASA may use several mechanisms depending on the work and the proposing organization, including grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and interagency or intraagency transfers.
What is the typical period of performance?
The standard period of performance is typically three years. Some program elements may allow up to five years, and others may specify shorter durations.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is described as broad and generally open to organizations of all types, including U.S. and non-U.S. entities, government and private organizations, for-profit and nonprofit institutions.
Are teaming arrangements or collaborations allowed?
Yes. The information provided states there are no stated restrictions on teaming arrangements.
Can non-U.S. organizations participate and receive NASA funds?
Non-U.S. organizations may collaborate, but the collaboration must be structured on a no-exchange-of-funds basis. In other words, NASA funds are not transferred to non-U.S. partners.
How do applicants submit proposals?
Proposals must be submitted electronically by the due dates associated with the specific program element. Submissions are accepted through NSPIRES (NASA's proposal system) or through Grants.gov.
Do applicants need to register in NSPIRES even if submitting through Grants.gov?
Yes. Organizations must be registered in NSPIRES regardless of which submission portal they use. If submitting via Grants.gov, the organization must be registered in Grants.gov as well.
Who needs NSPIRES registration (only the organization, or individuals too)?
Both. Registration must identify authorized organizational representative(s) who can officially submit proposals, and all investigators and participants (including co-investigators) must have NSPIRES registrations.
Where can applicants find the element-specific scope, contacts, and instructions (including Space Geodesy)?
NASA indicates that the ROSES appendices describe the individual program elements and provide key information such as scope, contacts, and element-specific instructions.
Where can applicants find due dates for the different ROSES elements?
NASA notes that tables in the ROSES document list element names, due dates, and links for each call. Applicants should use those summary tables to confirm the correct due date for their program element.
Can the solicitation change after it is posted?
Yes. NASA highlights that amendments, clarifications, and new calls may be released up through February 2017, and applicants are encouraged to monitor NSPIRES or subscribe to notifications to stay current.
What is the closing date listed for this opportunity?
The posted opportunity lists an original and current closing date of August 15, 2016.
What is the activity area and CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The activity area is science and technology research and development, under CFDA 43.001.
Where can applicants get help or ask questions?
NASA notes additional help is available through ROSES FAQs and through the program officer contacts listed for each element. For overarching ROSES policy and procedure questions, the solicitation points to the SMD research office contact: sara@nasa.gov.
Is NASA recommending any best practices for avoiding submission issues?
Yes. NASA strongly encourages applicants to start registration and system familiarization well ahead of deadlines to avoid last-minute submission issues.
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