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Antarctic Support Contract
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The National Science Foundation (NSF) is preparing for the procurement of the Science Operations and Maintenance Support for the United States Antarctic Program (USAP). NSF has developed this website consisting of a digital collection of background information on the USAP. Information provided at this website is a best effort by the Government to make as much relevant information about the USAP available to the public as possible. The Government makes no representations about the information provided and disclaims any liability as to the accuracy of the information provided. The information provided should not be used, without independent verification and due diligence, to make any business decision. All information should be verified to ensure it is current and applicable. Nothing in this material should be construed as a firm requirement.
Material contained at this website is NOT a substitute for information provided on the Federal Business Opportunities (FedBizOpps) website. All official requirement documents will be posted at FedBizOpps.
You are encouraged to view all documents related to the Antarctic Support Contract at FedBizOpps on a daily basis to keep informed of current USAP initiatives and announcements.
Questions regarding the RFP or problems opening or downloading any of the material on this website should be e-mailed to USAPrecompete@nsf.gov. It is the Government's intent to post responses to all questions concerning the RFP with information known at this time.
Milestones for the USAP Competition
Seek NSB approval for release of Request for Proposal (RFP) and award of a Support Contract for the United States Antarctic Program |
March 2008 |
Sources Sought Synopsis posted to FedBizOpps |
April 30, 2008 |
Sources Sought Synopsis Responses due |
May 15, 2008 |
Release draft RFP |
June 18, 2008 |
Draft RFP Comment Period Ends |
July 18, 2008 |
Pre-solicitation Conference |
August 26, 27, 28, 2008 |
Release final RFP |
October 10, 2008 |
Conduct Site Visits in Antarctica |
October-December 2008 |
Proposal Receipt |
February 2009 |
Evaluations and Negotiations |
March-August 2009 |
Contract Award |
October 1, 2009 |
Transition |
October 2009-March 2010 |
These dates are subject to change and will be updated as necessary.
Last updated, 07/16/08.
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