Pre-Proposal Conference Human and Robotic Technology Broad Agency Announcement 29 July 2004.

Pre-Proposal Conference Human and Robotic Technology Broad Agency Announcement 29 July 2004

2 BAA for Human & Robotic Technology - Agenda 1300 - 1315Agenda Overview and Introduction Jim Nehman Director, Development Programs 1315 -1345Welcome and Program Update Rear Admiral Craig E. Steidle (Ret.) Associate Administrator, Office of Exploration Systems 1345 -1415 Development Programs Overview and Acquisition Strategy Jim Nehman Director, Development Programs 1415 -1515 Human & Robotic Technology BAA & Acquisition Strategy John Mankins Deputy Director, Human and Robotic Technology 1515 -1530 Break 1530 -1600H & RT BAA – Contract Process Mark Stiles, Contracting Officer 1600 -1630 Q & A Session – H & RT BAA – Jim Nehman Facilitator John Mankins, Deputy Director, Human and Robotic Technology Dr.Terry Allard, Program Director, Advanced Space Technology Bret Drake, Requirements Formulation Lead Mark Stiles, Contracting Officer

3 Information Available at: –https://naccsli1.msfc.nasa.gov/ExplorationPortal Material Available: –Human & Robotic Technology (H & RT) Formulation Plan –H & RT Broad Agency Announcement –Today’s H & RT Pre-Proposal Conference Briefing –H & RT Questions and Answers –Presidential Policy Direction –Vision for Space Exploration –President’s Commission Report on Implementation of United States Space Exploration Policy Office of Exploration Systems Acquisition Portal

4 BAA for Human & Robotic Technology - Agenda 1300 - 1315Agenda Overview and Introduction Jim Nehman Director, Development Programs 1315 - 1345Welcome and Program Update Rear Admiral Craig E. Steidle (Ret.) Associate Administrator, Office of Exploration Systems 1345 - 1415 Development Programs Overview and Acquisition Strategy Jim Nehman Director, Development Programs 1415 - 1515 Human & Robotic Technology BAA & Acquisition Strategy John Mankins Deputy Director, Human and Robotic Technology 1515 - 1530 Break 1530 - 1600H & RT BAA – Contract Process Mark Stiles, Contracting Officer 1600 - 1630 Q & A Session – H & RT BAA – Jim Nehman Facilitator John Mankins, Deputy Director, Human and Robotic Technology Dr.Terry Allard, Program Director, Advanced Space Technology Bret Drake, Requirements Formulation Lead Mark Stiles, Contracting Officer

5 Nation’s Vision for Space Exploration Implement a sustained and affordable human and robotic program to explore the solar system and beyond Extend human presence across the solar system, starting with a human return to the Moon by the year 2020, in preparation for human exploration of Mars and other destinations; Develop the innovative technologies, knowledge, and infrastructures both to explore and to support decisions about the destinations for human exploration; and Promote international and commercial participation in exploration to further U.S. scientific, security, and economic interests. THE FUNDAMENTAL GOAL OF THIS VISION IS TO ADVANCE U.S. SCIENTIFIC, SECURITY, AND ECONOMIC INTEREST THROUGH A ROBUST SPACE EXPLORATION PROGRAM

6 Objectives –Implement a sustained and affordable human and robotic program –Extend human presence across the solar system and beyond –Develop supporting innovative technologies, knowledge, and infrastructures –Promote international and commercial participation in exploration Major Milestones –2008: Initial flight test of CEV –2008: Launch first lunar robotic orbiter –2009-2010: Robotic mission to lunar surface –2011 First Unmanned CEV flight –2014: First crewed CEV flight –2012-2015: Jupiter Icy Moon Orbiter (JIMO)/Prometheus –2015-2020: First human mission to the Moon Key Elements of the Nation’s Vision

7 NASA TRANSFORMATION UPDATE President’s Commission on Space Exploration Policy –“NASA needs to transform itself into a leaner, more focused agency…” Administrator O’Keefe Announces New Organization Structure –“…align Headquarters to eliminate ‘stove pipes’, promote synergy across the agency and support the long term exploration vision in a way that’s sustainable and affordable.” Transforms Strategic Enterprises into Mission Directorates –Aeronautics Research: Research and develop aeronautical technologies for safe, reliable and efficient aviation systems. –Science: Carry out the scientific exploration of the Earth, Moon, Mars and beyond; chart the best route of discovery; and reap the benefits of Earth and space exploration for society. –Space Operations: Direct space flight operations, space launches and space communications, as well as the operation of integrated systems in low-Earth orbit and beyond. –Exploration Systems: Develops capabilities and supporting research and technology that enable sustained and affordable human and robotic exploration; includes the biological and physical research necessary to ensure the health and safety of crew during long duration space flight.

8 Exploration Systems Mission Directorate Merger Office of Exploration Systems –Requirements Formulation –Development Programs Human and Robotic Technologies –Advanced Space Technology –Technology Maturation –Innovative Partnerships Nuclear Technology and Demonstrations –Advanced Systems & Technology –Jupiter Icy Moon Orbiter –Constellation Systems Crew Exploration Vehicle –System of Systems –Transition Programs –Business Operations –Centennial Challenge Office of Biological & Physical Research –Mission Operations and Integration Requirements –Resources and Business Management –Human Health & Performance Radiation Health Human Health Countermeasures Behavioral Health and Performance Autonomous Medical Care –Life Support and Habitation Advanced Life Support EVA Technologies Space Human Factors Engineering Advanced Environmental Monitoring & Control –Space Product Development Effective 1 August 2004: NASA’s Office of Biological and Physical Research will merge with the Office of Exploration Systems to form the Exploration Systems Directorate Best of both…

9 Constellation Systems Acquisition Strategy Overview (Baseline) 2015 (Objective) 2020 (Threshold) Target Moon OSP NGLT Mars Prometheus MS C Crewed CEV Flight 2014 MS B Program Initiation FY06 System Development & Integration Down Select Design Readiness Review /Demo 2008 Uncrewed CEV Flight 2011 Pre MS A (RFI) Q3 FY04 __ _ MS A Tech Dev’mt (RFP) Q3 FY05 Pre-MS A Concept Ref (BAA) Q4 FY04 __ ___ _ _ System Development & Demonstration Early Contractor Involvement Tech Maturation

10 RFP / CEV Spiral 1 FY 05 Q1Q2Q3Q4 ONDJFMAMJJAS FY 04 Q3Q4 AMJJAS FY 08 Q1Q2Q3Q4 ONDJFMAMJJAS Near-Term Acquisition Strategy FY 06 Q1Q2Q3Q4 ONDJFMAMJJAS FY 07 Q1Q2Q3Q4 ONDJFMAMJJAS CEV RFP RFP Awards 2008 Demo Dev/Spiral 1 (2014 Manned Flight) Preliminary Design Contractor A MS B - Program Initiation CEV Level 1 Requirements Iteration: 1 23 4 CEV Level 2 Req’s Industry Support Government Requirements Development BAA / Project Constellation Exploration & Refinement 2008 Demo Dev/Spiral 1 (2014 Manned Flight) Preliminary Design Contractor B AwardRelease BAA/ Tech Maturation/ ASTP - Tech Development / Risk Reduction Tech Development / Risk Reduction MS A CEV 2008 Demo/PDR: Down-select to Single Contractor & Concept BAA RFP Release BAA AwardRelease Detailed Design & Dev SRR SDR PDR CE&R BAA Award Release Exercise Option Release RFI / Exploration Systems Center Tasks Tech Maturation & SBIR 2004/5 Solicitation SBIR/STTR 2004 Solicitation/ Tech Development - Repeats until 2009 04 Ph I Award04 PH I Release 04 Ph II Award BAA 05 Ph I Award05 PH I Release 05 Ph II Award BAA

12 Cross-Agency, System of Systems Integration (Lunar Architecture – Illustrative Example Only) The Human - an Essential Element of the System of Systems The Human - an Essential Element of the System of Systems

13 Constellation Systems Acquisition Spirals Manned Space Vehicle Moon (2015-2020) Moon (2015-2020) Spiral 1 Spiral 2 Level 0, 1… Requirements Non-advocacy Reviews Independent Cost Reviews Spiral nth? Nation/NASA Vision Nation/NASA Vision CEV Init Flt 1 st Launch Lunar Robotic Orbiter 1 st Crewed CEV Flt 1 st Human Moon Mission 1 st Unmanned CEV Flt Mars (2020+) Spiral Nth Systems Engineering Critical Milestones Level 0, 1…

14 Development Programs Status Constellation Systems –Request for Information (RFI) released to industry, government, academia –BAA for Concept Exploration & Refinement (CE&R) – Released June 14, 2004 Preliminary concepts for human lunar exploration in 2015-2020 Initial CEV concepts –RFP for CEV Spiral 1 planned for Jan 2005 –Determination of “System Integrator” strategy under study Project Prometheus (Nuclear Power and Propulsion Technologies) –Jupiter Icy Moons Orbiter (JIMO) program strategy realigned with Constellation systems –Nuclear power / propulsion Level I requirements completed, Linked to Constellation –RFP for follow-on JIMO development released – award expected in Sep 2004 Competition between three prime contractors – continued competition being pursued –Secretary of Energy tasked Office of Naval Reactors (NR) to support Project Prometheus Human & Robotic Technology (H&RT) –Advanced Space Technology & Technology Maturation Programs Intramural (NASA Centers) competition for technology projects completed Industry BAA for H & RT System-of-System technologies - discussed today Follow-on BAA for H & RT Gap-filling technologies planned for Jan 2005

15 Development Programs Status Constellation Systems –Request for Information (RFI) released to industry, government, academia –BAA for Concept Exploration & Refinement (CE&R) – Released June 14, 2004 Preliminary concepts for human lunar exploration in 2015-2020 Initial CEV concepts –RFP for CEV Spiral 1 planned for Jan 2005 –Determination of “System Integrator” strategy under study Project Prometheus (Nuclear Power and Propulsion Technologies) –Jupiter Icy Moons Orbiter (JIMO) program strategy realigned with Constellation systems –Nuclear power / propulsion Level I requirements completed, Linked to Constellation –RFP for follow-on JIMO development released – award expected in Sep 2004 Competition between three prime contractors – continued competition being pursued –Secretary of Energy tasked Office of Naval Reactors (NR) to support Project Prometheus Human & Robotic Technology (H&RT) –Advanced Space Technology & Technology Maturation Programs Intramural (NASA Centers) competition for technology projects completed Industry BAA for H & RT System-of-System technologies - discussed today Follow-on BAA for H & RT Gap-filling technologies planned for Jan 2005

18 H&RT Overview The Human & Robotic Technology (H&RT) Theme comprises five major programs in NASA’s budget –Advanced Space Technology –Advanced Space Technology (AST) –Technology Maturation (TM) –Innovative Technology Transfer Partnerships –Project Prometheus –Centennial Challenges Only AST and TM will be addressed in the July 2004 H&RT BAA

19 Basic Research Flight Mission Projects (e.g., Lunar Orbiter Mission) System Test, Launch & Mission Operations System/ Subsystem Development Technology Demonstration Technology Development Research to Prove Feasibility Basic Technology Research Technology Maturation Capability- Focused Technology and Demo Programs “Applications Pull” e.g., S, U, NSF, NIH e.g., T, U, Other Agencies e.g., T and S, Y, U (Enterprise- Unique) Specific Flight Missions… H&RT Technology Maturation Model Advanced Space Technology Research “Technology Push” System Development Projects & Programs (e.g., CEV, Lunar Orbiter) e.g., T, S Specific Flight System Ø-C/D Projects

20 Constellation Systems Spiral Acquisition Manned Space Vehicle Moon (2015-2020) Moon (2015-2020) Spiral 1 Spiral 2 Level 0, 1… Requirements Spiral nth? Nation/NASA Vision Nation/NASA Vision CEV Init Flt 1 st Launch Lunar Robotic Orbiter 1 st Crewed CEV Flt 1 st Human Moon Mission 1 st Unmanned CEV Flt 2020+ Moon as a Test Bed Mars Beyond 2020+ Moon as a Test Bed Mars Beyond Spiral 3, 4, …,Nth Systems Engineering Level 0, 1… H&RT Gap-Filling Technology for Spiral 1 H&RT System-of- Systems Technology for Spiral 2, Innovative Subsystems H&RT System-of- Systems Technology for Spiral 3+

22 H&RT AST and TM Program Technologies that enable ‘system-of-systems’ level innovations for Spiral 2 and beyond (e.g., the Human Lunar Return and beyond) Technologies needed to fill critical subsystem-level ‘Capability Gaps’ for Spiral 1 High-risk/long-lead technologies that enable new subsystem-level ‘capability opportunities’ for Spiral 2 and beyond Technologies of broad common application and value

23 H&RT Strategic Technical Challenges Overarching –Affordability –Reliability –Effectiveness –Flexibility Strategic –Margins and Redundancy –Autonomy –Human Presence in Deep Space (as safe as reasonably achievable) –Affordable Pre-positioning of Logistics –Energy-Rich Systems and Missions –Reusability –Modularity –In-Space Assembly –Re-configurability –Robotic Networks –Space Resources Utilization –Data-rich Virtual Presence –Access to Surface Targets National Vision for Space Exploration Past Workshops and Studies Requirements Division Early Results Request for Information (RFI) Results Intramural Call Results (NOIs)

24 H&RT Advanced Space Technology (1) Advanced Studies, Concepts and Tools Technology Themes –Advanced Concepts (Studies and Exploratory Research & Technology) –Technology-Systems Analysis –Technology Databases –Systems Design & Engineering Analysis Tools Technology Challenge / Area Examples –Tools R&D (Various TRLs) Challenge (Example): Optimizing investment portfolios in novel concepts and technologies (to be embedded in long-lived future systems-of- systems) require multi-faceted, strategic analysis approaches Technology Area (Example): New models, databases and analytical tools for use in future exploration R&D and development programs –Advanced Concepts (TRL 2 to 3) Challenge (Example): A dramatic reduction in space transportation costs will be needed to enable affordable, long-term human interplanetary missions (beyond the Moon) Technology Area (Example): high-risk / novel power and propulsion concepts that drastically reduce cost per kg delivered to Mars

25 H&RT Advanced Space Technology (2) Advanced Materials and Structural Concepts R&D (TRL 3 to 5) Technology Themes –Advanced Materials –Structural Concepts, Dynamics and Controls –Mechanisms & Interconnects –Flexible Fiber Systems –“Smart” Materials and Structures –Space Environments and Effects Technology Challenge / Area Examples –Challenge (Example): The mass of future ambitious Exploration systems will drive in-space propulsion and launch requirements, however trimming masses using existing materials reduces margins and reliability –Technology Area (Example): novel materials and applications that will reduce the mass and increase the strength of diverse space exploration systems tankage, habitats, power systems, etc.

26 H&RT Advanced Space Technology (3) Computing, Communications, Electronics & Imaging R&D (TRL 3 to 5) Technology Themes –Space Communications and Networking –In-Space Computing and Avionics –Ground-based High-End Computing –Extreme Environment Electronics –Sensing and Imaging Technology Challenge / Area Examples –Challenge (Example): Applications of novel approaches using robotics, autonomous systems, IVHM, etc., will be limited because available on-board computing and data storage can lag a decade or more behind SOA –Technology Area (Example): More current generations of robust, fault-tolerant and general purpose flight computers that can enable rapid deployment of novel approaches for successive Spirals

27 Technology Themes –Autonomy and Intelligence –Human-Automation Interactions –Multi-Agent Teaming –Software Engineering for Reliability –Heath Management Technologies –Modeling, Simulation and Visualization Technology Challenge / Area Examples –Challenge (Example): Ground operations costs of future Exploration campaigns lasting years to decades will limit funds available to develop systems for subsequent spirals –Technology Area (Example): New generations of robust, fault-tolerant software for intelligent, cooperative space systems that operate largely autonomously from ground control H&RT Advanced Space Technology (4) Software, Intelligent Systems and Modeling R&D (TRL 3 to 5)

28 Technology Themes –Energy Conversion –Power Management and Distribution –Energy Storage –Thermal Management –Thermal-, Electrical-, and Chemistry- based Processing of Materials –Advanced Chemical Propulsion –Advanced Electric/Electromagnetic Propulsion –Novel Power/Propulsion Concepts Technology Challenge / Area Examples –Challenge (Example): Available storage systems provide relatively low power with substantial penalties in terms of mass, and wasted energy –Technology Area (Example): Innovative new batteries and fuel cells could increase available power and total energy for a wide range of systems, including rovers, habitats, space suits and others H&RT Advanced Space Technology (5) Power, Propulsion and Chemical Systems (TRL 3 to 5)

29 H&RT Technology Maturation (1) High Energy Space Systems (TRL 4 to 6) Technology Themes –High-Efficiency, Low-Mass Solar Power Generation Systems –Highly-Reliable/Autonomous Deep-Space Cryogenic Propellant Refueling Systems –High-Efficiency/Power and Low-Mass Electromagnetic Propulsion Systems –Deep-Throttling Multi-Use In-Space Cryogenic Engines –Large, low-Mass Aeroassist Systems –Novel, High-Energy Space Systems Demonstrations Technology Challenge / Area Examples –Challenge (Example): The use of expendable space systems imposes a heavy ‘per mission’ cost penalty (due to hardware) on exploration missions—the larger the systems and more ambitious the mission, the greater the penalty –Technology Area (Example): The demonstration of high energy space systems—including advanced power and propulsion—could enable the pre-positioning of fuel and make possible reusable space systems for the human & robotic Moon missions with lower per mission costs

30 H&RT Technology Maturation (2) Advanced Space Platforms and Systems (TRL 4 to 6) Technology Themes –Intelligent Modular Systems –Robust & Reconfigurable Habitation Systems –Integrated System Health Management –Communications Networks and Systems –Novel Platform Systems Concept Demonstrations Technology Challenge / Area Examples –Challenge (Example): Our ability to deploy future exploration systems- of-systems in remote venues (over years to decades) will be sharply limited if each system employs costly, unique-purpose subsystems and interfaces –Technology Area (Example): The validation of intelligent, modular and re-configurable subsystems and systems would enable flexibility and extensibility in space transportation & infrastructures, and surface systems

31 H&RT Technology Maturation (3) Advanced Space Operations (TRL 4 to 6) Technology Themes –Space Assembly, Maintenance and Servicing Systems –Extravehicular Activity (EVA) Systems (supporting systems only) –Intelligent and Affordable On-Board Operations Systems –Reliable and Responsive Ground Operations Systems –Novel Space Operations Demonstrations Technology Challenge / Area Examples –Challenge (Example): Current technologies and concepts-of- operations would result in high life cycle costs for early human Lunar operations—drastically curtailing the use of the Moon as a test bed for Mars and beyond –Technology Area (Example): Validated capability to deploy low-risk, advanced robotic concepts capable of more autonomous operations— and operations in partnership with astronauts—can drive down costs from the earliest missions

32 H&RT Technology Maturation (4) Lunar and Planetary Surface Operations(TRL 4 to 6) Technology Themes –Intelligent and Agile Surface Mobility Systems –In Situ Resource Utilization Systems –Surface Manufacturing and Construction Systems –Surface Environmental Management Systems –Novel Lunar/Planetary Surface Operations Demonstrations Technology Challenge / Area Examples –Challenge (Example): Long-term ambitious activities on the Moon, Mars or elsewhere will be increasingly limited by the extended ‘logistics tail’ for deep- space and surface operations –Technology Area (Example): Demonstrated capability to utilize in situ resources to off-set transportation requirements for propellants, life support consumables, systems spares, etc.

33 H&RT Technology Maturation (5 of 5) In-Space Technology Flight Experiments (TFE) Technology Themes –TFE Preliminary Definition and Design Studies –TFE Development Projects –TFE Accommodations and Carriers Studies Technology Challenge / Area Examples –Challenge (Example): Timely application of new concepts and technologies may depend on early flight validation however flight projects can ‘eat’ the ‘seed corn’ for longer term, higher-payoff R&D –Technology Area (Example): A focused effort to identify, design, build (where appropriate) and fly novel concepts and technology will accelerate the pace of innovation and applications

34 H&RT AST and TM Program Technologies that enable ‘system-of-systems’ level innovations for Spiral 2 and beyond (e.g., the Human Lunar Return and beyond) Technologies needed to fill critical subsystem-level ‘Capability Gaps’ for Spiral 1 High-risk/long-lead technologies that enable new subsystem-level ‘capability opportunities’ for Spiral 2 and beyond Technologies of broad common application and value

35 BAA for Human & Robotic Technologies - Agenda 1300 - 1315Agenda Overview and Introduction Jim Nehman Director, Development Programs 1315 - 1345Welcome and Program Update Rear Admiral Craig E. Steidle (Ret.) Associate Administrator, Office of Exploration Systems 1345 - 1415 Development Programs Overview and Acquisition Strategy Jim Nehman Director, Development Programs 1415 - 1515 Human & Robotic Technology BAA & Acquisition Strategy John Mankins Deputy Director, Human and Robotic Technology 1515 - 1530 Break 1530 - 1600H & RT BAA – Contract Process Mark Stiles, Contracting Officer 1600 - 1630 Q & A Session – H & RT BAA – Jim Nehman Facilitator John Mankins, Deputy Director, Human and Robotic Technology Dr.Terry Allard, Program Director, Advanced Space Technology Bret Drake, Requirements Formulation Lead Mark Stiles, Contracting Officer

37 Contracting Information Procurement Office: Office of Exploration Systems Contracting Officer: Michael R. Sosebee Technical Lead: John C. Mankins GFE: –None anticipated, however partnerships with NASA Centers via Government Task Agreements encouraged NOI / Proposal Submittal –All submittals via the web –Hardcopies NOT accepted Period of Performance –Phase 1: 12 Month Base Period –Phase 2: 12 Month Option Plus 24 Month Option if Applicable Award Type –Contracts –Cooperative Agreements Cost Sharing Permitted but not required

38 Contracting Value AST Element Program Anticipated Values (per project) -ASCT Tools and Databases $4M - $8M Phase 1 - 12 mo., Phase 2 – 36 mo. -ASCT Concepts and Studies $2M - $4M Phase 1 - 12 mo., Phase 2 – 12 mo. -Other AST Element Programs $5M - $15M Phase 1 - 12 mo., Phase 2 – 36 mo. TM Element ProgramAnticipated Values (per project) -TFE Definition & Design Studies $2M - $4M Phase 1 - 12 mo., Phase 2 – 12 mo. -TFE Experiment Development Projects $10M - $20M Phase 1 - 12 mo., Phase 2 – 36 mo. -TFE Carrier Definition Studies $2M - $4M Phase 1 - 12 mo., Phase 2 – 12 mo. -Other TM Element Program $10M - $40M Phase 1 - 12 mo., Phase 2 – 36 mo. AST: Advanced Space Technology TM: Technology Maturation

39 Schedule for H&RT BAA Pursuing accelerated schedule for industry participation Proposal selections by end of October 2004 AUGUST 291623 JUNE 7142128 JULY 512192630 NOI 13 AUG SEPTEMBER 7142128 OCTOBER 4111825 RELEASE BAA 28 JUL OFFERORS DEVELOP PROPOSALS DUE 24 SEP PROPOSAL EVALUATION PRE-SOLICITATION CONFERENCE 18 JUN SELECTIONS OCT NOI RESPONSE 27 AUG

40 Required to Propose Content –Project Title –Lead Individual & Co-Leads (limit 3 people, background info 75 words each) –Relevant NASA Personnel –H&RT Program (i.e., AST or TM) Primary Element Program (e.g. Advanced Materials and Structures) Secondary Element Program (e.g. Advanced Space Platforms and Systems) –Participating NASA Centers and Other Collaborating Institutions, if applicable Non-Binding –Brief Summary which will Serve as the Proposal Abstract 750 words or less Description of technology project including goals and objectives, Development/maturation approach including technical challenges, Impact of proposed technology to exploration and overall long-term use Notice of Intent (NOI)

41 Proposal Outline Cover Sheet Transmittal letter Title Page with Notice on Use and Disclosure of Proposal Information Statement of Justification (e.g. value of research) Proposal Abstract (from NOI) Project Description (includes both phase 1 & 2 R&D plan) Statement of Work (organized by WBS and including deliverables) Management Approach Key Personnel Facilities and Equipment (including Government Task Agreements) Past Performance Small Business Goals Special Matters Proposed Cost

42 Evaluation Process / Sequence Initial Screening of “Notices of Intent” –Identify Candidates Eligible to Submit Full Proposals Detailed Evaluation of Full Proposals Integration Panel Review Across Areas –Ensure Balanced Portfolio (Best Value to the Government) Selections Contracts and Cooperative Agreements –Negotiated and Awarded by NASA Centers after Selection –Education and Public Outreach Tasks will be Incorporated, as appropriate

43 Evaluation Criteria For NOI Relevance to NASA Objectives –Relevance and potential to support H&RT Goals and Objectives including applicability to a sole primary and sole secondary element program Technical Merit –Technical quality and appropriateness of effort, including technical approach, milestones, technology metrics and advances to be achieved –Clarity and appropriateness of key personnel –Identification and appropriateness of proposed project team partnerships

44 Evaluation Criteria for Full Proposal Relevance to NASA Objectives –Relevance and potential to support H&RT Goals and Objectives Technical Merit –Quality and appropriateness of proposed effort including technical approach, milestones, technology metrics and advances to be achieved –Proposed SOW including deliverables will be evaluated for appropriateness, completeness and suitability for contract incorporation –Quality an appropriateness of the management approach including roles and responsibilities of each team member –Experience, qualifications and capabilities of key personnel –Past Performance –Reasonableness of proposed project resources and implementation planning including financial and progress reporting (using EVM principles) –Socioeconomic merits of each proposal –Clarity and appropriateness in describing use of animal and /or human subjects, if any Cost

45 “Fire Wall Policy” Ensure that in fact (and in appearance) there is no conflict of interest in the evaluation of either NOI’s or proposals responding to the H&RT BAA. To achieve that goal, the following ground rules will be followed to the greatest extent practicable: –BAA NOI and full proposal reviewers of the first resort will be from the NASA Field Centers. If the number of available reviewers is insufficient, additional, non- NASA reviewers will be recruited to augment the Element Program review panels as needed. –Non-NASA reviewers and their organizations will not have any affiliation with the NOI / proposals or associated team members. –BAA NOI and full proposal reviewers cannot be co-investigators or named as technical performers in either the NOI's or full proposals. –BAA NOI and full proposal reviewers from a NASA field center cannot review NOI's or proposals that include their field center as an explicitly-named participating performing organization.

46 SMALL BUSINESS GOALS Proposed Goals Should Meet or Exceed: –Ten percent for Small Business broken down as follows: 4 percents for Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) 2 percent for Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) 0.5 percent for Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Zone Small Businesses 0.5 percent for Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB / Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) –Goals are expressed as a percentage of contract value

47 BAA Proposal Cycles BAA is open for one year through July 27, 2005 Next proposal cycle planned for late 2004 / early 2005 –Will address critical technology gaps for Spiral 1 that may be identified through OExS in-house and contractor studies in the coming months Additional proposal cycles will occur as needed during the one- year period Details on future proposal cycles will be provided via amendments to this BAA

49 Information Available at: –https://naccsli1.msfc.nasa.gov/ExplorationPortal Material Available: –Human & Robotic Technology (H & RT) Formulation Plan –H & RT Broad Agency Announcement –Today’s H & RT Pre-Proposal Conference Briefing –H & RT Questions and Answers –Presidential Policy Direction –Vision for Space Exploration –President’s Commission Report on Implementation of United States Space Exploration Policy Office of Exploration Systems Acquisition Portal

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