Snow Data Products

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center is seeking proposals for the development and provision of Snow Data Products. The core objective of this procurement is to enhance the understanding and monitoring of snow cover and its impacts on climate, hydrology, and ecosystems. The project aims to utilize satellite data and advanced modeling techniques to produce reliable and actionable snow data products that can be used for research and operational purposes.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION:
The issuing organization is the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), specifically the Goddard Space Flight Center located in Greenbelt, Maryland, USA. The primary contact for this opportunity is Joel Rivera, who can be reached via email at [email protected].

KEY DATES:

• Posted Date: August 4, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: August 11, 2026
• Anticipated Award Date: Not specified
• Performance Period: Not specified

CONTRACT DETAILS:
The contract type is not explicitly stated in the provided information. There is no mention of the estimated contract value or budget range, nor are there any details about option years.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements to be considered eligible:

• Registration in SAM.gov is required.
• No specific certifications or security clearances are mentioned.
• There are no set-aside restrictions indicated.
• Geographic restrictions or place-of-performance requirements are not specified.
• No minimum years of experience or past performance requirements are detailed.
• Bonding or insurance requirements are not mentioned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
Bidders should possess expertise in satellite data analysis, snow modeling, and the development of data products. Familiarity with remote sensing technologies and the ability to integrate various data sources into cohesive products is essential. Specific tools, platforms, or methodologies are not detailed in the provided information.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
Key deliverables include the production of snow data products that meet specified scientific and operational standards. Milestones and reporting requirements are not explicitly outlined, nor are specific performance metrics or service-level agreements mentioned.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:
The criteria for evaluating proposals have not been detailed in the provided information. There is no indication of the weighting or priority of evaluation factors such as technical approach, past performance, or price. It is unclear whether the evaluation will be based on a best-value or lowest-price technically acceptable model.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While not mandatory, bidders with experience in climate data products, particularly those related to snow and hydrology, may have a competitive advantage. Additional preferred qualifications or certifications that could enhance a proposal are not specified.

In summary, potential bidders should focus on their capabilities in satellite data analysis and snow modeling while ensuring compliance with mandatory registration requirements. Further details on contract specifics and evaluation criteria may be sought directly from the contact provided.