Contract NNM16AA09C

Arizona State University · National Aeronautics And Space Administration · November 12, 2015

Cost No FeeFull & Open CompetitionNAICS 541712

Arizona State University was awarded a federal contract by National Aeronautics And Space Administration on November 12, 2015 for $45.53 million of work in research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences (except biotechnology). Performance is in Tempe, AZ. It was awarded under full and open competition. The contract has been modified 61 times since the base award It uses cost no fee contract pricing. The most recent modification was on March 31, 2026. If all options are exercised, the contract could reach $93.00 million.

Obligated to date
$45.53M
$45,529,122
Current value
$93.00M
Modifications
61
Latest March 31, 2026

Contract details

PIID
NNM16AA09C
Award type
Definitive Contract
Pricing
Cost No Fee
Set-aside
No Set Aside Used.
Competition
Full And Open Competition
NAICS
541712 · Research And Development In The Physical, Engineering, And Life Sciences (Except Biotechnology)
Product / service
Space R&D Services; Space Flight, Research And Supporting Activities; R&D Administrative Expenses
Place of performance
Tempe, AZ
First action
November 12, 2015
Latest action
March 31, 2026

Description

PSYCHE: JOURNEY TO A METAL WORLD - THIS CONTRACT PROVIDES FOR WORK TO BE PERFORMED BY THE PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR IN SUPPORT OF THE NASA DISCOVERY PROGRAM 2014 ANNOUNCEMENT OF OPPORTUNITY (AO) (NNH14ZD

Modification timeline

  • March 31, 2026
    Mod P00061
    PSYCHE: JOURNEY TO A METAL WORLD - THIS CONTRACT PROVIDES FOR WORK TO BE PERFORMED BY THE PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR IN SUPPORT OF THE NASA DISCOVERY PROGRAM 2014 A
    $300.0K
  • December 1, 2025
    Mod P00060
    PSYCHE: JOURNEY TO A METAL WORLD - THIS CONTRACT PROVIDES FOR WORK TO BE PERFORMED BY THE PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR IN SUPPORT OF THE NASA DISCOVERY PROGRAM 2014 A
    $650.0K
  • August 5, 2025
    Mod P00059
    PSYCHE: JOURNEY TO A METAL WORLD - THIS CONTRACT PROVIDES FOR WORK TO BE PERFORMED BY THE PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR IN SUPPORT OF THE NASA DISCOVERY PROGRAM 2014 A
    $1.58M
  • June 26, 2025
    Mod P00058
    PSYCHE: JOURNEY TO A METAL WORLD - THIS CONTRACT PROVIDES FOR WORK TO BE PERFORMED BY THE PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR IN SUPPORT OF THE NASA DISCOVERY PROGRAM 2014 A
    $1.75M
  • May 12, 2025
    Mod 57
    PSYCHE: JOURNEY TO A METAL WORLD - THIS CONTRACT PROVIDES FOR WORK TO BE PERFORMED BY THE PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR IN SUPPORT OF THE NASA DISCOVERY PROGRAM 2014 A
    $1.13M
  • March 19, 2025
    Mod 56
    PSYCHE: JOURNEY TO A METAL WORLD - THIS CONTRACT PROVIDES FOR WORK TO BE PERFORMED BY THE PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR IN SUPPORT OF THE NASA DISCOVERY PROGRAM 2014 A
    $135.0K
  • December 10, 2024
    Mod 55
    PSYCHE: JOURNEY TO A METAL WORLD - THIS CONTRACT PROVIDES FOR WORK TO BE PERFORMED BY THE PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR IN SUPPORT OF THE NASA DISCOVERY PROGRAM 2014 A
    $0
  • November 6, 2024
    Mod 54
    PSYCHE: JOURNEY TO A METAL WORLD - THIS CONTRACT PROVIDES FOR WORK TO BE PERFORMED BY THE PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR IN SUPPORT OF THE NASA DISCOVERY PROGRAM 2014 A
    $424.3K
  • July 17, 2024
    Mod 53
    PSYCHE: JOURNEY TO A METAL WORLD - THIS CONTRACT PROVIDES FOR WORK TO BE PERFORMED BY THE PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR IN SUPPORT OF THE NASA DISCOVERY PROGRAM 2014 A
    $2.20M
  • February 29, 2024
    Mod 52
    PSYCHE: JOURNEY TO A METAL WORLD - THIS CONTRACT PROVIDES FOR WORK TO BE PERFORMED BY THE PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR IN SUPPORT OF THE NASA DISCOVERY PROGRAM 2014 A
    $1.06M

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Frequently asked questions

What is contract NNM16AA09C?

Contract NNM16AA09C is a federal contract awarded to Arizona State University by National Aeronautics And Space Administration on November 12, 2015 for $45.53 million of work classified under RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT IN THE PHYSICAL, ENGINEERING, AND LIFE SCIENCES (EXCEPT BIOTECHNOLOGY). It has been modified 61 times since the base award.

Who won contract NNM16AA09C?

Arizona State University won contract NNM16AA09C from National Aeronautics And Space Administration.

How much is contract NNM16AA09C worth?

Contract NNM16AA09C has obligated $45.53 million to date, with a total potential value of $93.00 million if all options are exercised.