Description
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is hosting an Industry Day for its Commercial Data Program (CDP). The program aims to acquire commercial space-based environmental observation data to support NOAA's mission objectives. The CDP has two pillars: Commercial Data Pilots and Commercial Data Purchases. The program is looking to procure various types of data, including radio occultation, microwave sounder, and GNSS-reflectometry data. The CDP is also planning to release a request for proposal (RFP) for a Space-Based Environmental Monitoring (SBEM) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The contract will allow for the purchase of commercial environmental satellite data and will include various data types from space-based instruments.
• The CDP is seeking to improve the accuracy and timeliness of NOAA's weather forecasts, space weather, and atmospheric monitoring.
• The program is also looking to advance the development of commercial weather data products and services.
• The CDP is planning to release several RFPs in the coming months, including an RFP for a Microwave Sounder Data Buy and an RFP for a Wildfire Imagery Pilot.
• The program is looking to partner with industry vendors to provide commercial data and services to support NOAA's mission.