80NSSC24PB223
Purchase Order
Overview
Government Description
FY24 SBIR PHASE I- SHEAR STRENGTH ENHANCEMENT FOR AUTONOMOUS REGOLITH PREPARATION (SHEARPREP)
Awardee
Awarding / Funding Agency
Place of Performance
Alhambra, CA 91801 United States
Pricing
Fixed Price
Set Aside
Small Business Set Aside - Total (SBA)
Extent Competed
Full And Open Competition After Exclusion Of Sources
Est. Average FTE
<1
Related Opportunity
None
Analysis Notes
Amendment Since initial award the Potential End Date has been extended from 02/06/25 to 09/08/25.
Cislune was awarded
Purchase Order 80NSSC24PB223 (80NSSC-24-P-B223)
for Fy24 Sbir Phase I- Shear Strength Enhancement For Autonomous Regolith Preparation (SHEARPREP)
worth up to $156,416
by Shared Services Center
in August 2024.
The contract
has a duration of 1 year 1 months and
was awarded
with a Small Business Total set aside
with
NAICS 541715 and
PSC AJ14
via direct negotiation acquisition procedures with 500 bids received.
SBIR Details
Research Type
Small Technology Transfer Research Program (STTR) Phase I
Title
Shear Strength Enhancement for Autonomous Regolith Preparation (SHEARPREP)
Abstract
Cislune Inc., in collaboration with the University of Central Florida (UCF), proposes the SHEARPREP project aimed at enhancing lunar surface preparation for infrastructure development through the innovation of electrostatic concrete technology. This technology leverages in-situ lunar regolith to create structures with improved shear strength, utilizing a unique process that requires no imported materials and minimal energy. The Phase I STTR funding will be dedicated to testing the shear strength of various electrostatic concrete mixtures in a vacuum environment, optimizing the mix for maximum compacted strength. The project focuses on applications critical to lunar exploration, including launch/landing zones, blast protection structures, and pathways, thereby directly supporting NASA's vision for sustainable lunar infrastructure. SHEARPREP's approach combines geotechnical investigation, advanced material science, and robotic construction concepts, intending to minimize lunar surface disturbance and maximize utilization of lunar resources. The project's target market encompasses NASA's lunar exploration initiatives, commercial lunar payload services, and international lunar exploration missions, positioning it as a pivotal technology for the establishment of a sustainable human presence on the Moon. Through this endeavor, Cislune Inc. aims to address critical gaps in lunar construction technology, transitioning from low TRL concepts to practical, deployable solutions for lunar surface operations and infrastructure development.
Research Objective
The goal of phase I is to establish the technical merit, feasibility, and commercial potential of proposed R&D efforts and determine the quality of performance of the small business awardee organization. STTRs are completed in conjunction with a research institution.
Partnered Research Institution
University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL
Topic Code
T7
Agency Tracking Number
24T7041006
Solicitation Number
STTR-2024-Phase 1
Contact
Nasa Sbir Support Office
Status
(Complete)
Last Modified 2/6/25
Period of Performance
8/7/24
Start Date
9/8/25
Current End Date
9/8/25
Potential End Date
Obligations
$156.4K
Total Obligated
$156.4K
Current Award
$156.4K
Potential Award
Award Hierarchy
Purchase Order
80NSSC24PB223
Subcontracts
Activity Timeline
Transaction History
Modifications to 80NSSC24PB223
People
Suggested agency contacts for 80NSSC24PB223
Competition
Number of Bidders
500
Solicitation Procedures
Negotiated Proposal/Quote
Evaluated Preference
None
Commercial Item Acquisition
Commercial Item Procedures Not Used
Simplified Procedures for Commercial Items
No
Other Categorizations
Subcontracting Plan
Plan Not Required
Cost Accounting Standards
Exempt
Business Size Determination
Small Business
Awardee UEI
DGPTTY66S627
Awardee CAGE
8Z2P8
Agency Detail
Awarding Office
80NSSC NASA SHARED SERVICES CENTER
Funding Office
80NSSC
Created By
kenneth.e.albright@nasa.gov
Last Modified By
kenneth.e.albright@nasa.gov
Approved By
kenneth.e.albright@nasa.gov
Legislative
Legislative Mandates
None Applicable
Performance District
CA-28
Senators
Dianne Feinstein
Alejandro Padilla
Alejandro Padilla
Representative
Judy Chu
Modified: 2/6/25