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NASA Awards Rothe Ares Joint Venture $814 Million Contract for Digital Communication and IT Services
NASA has recently awarded the Rothe Ares Joint Venture of San Antonio a contract to manage digital communication and information technology services for all agency centers and headquarters. The contract, called Enterprise Multimedia and Integrated Technical Services (eMITS), is a hybrid contract that includes cost-plus-award-fee core services and indefinite-delivery/indefinite quantity task orders.
The contract period of performance consists of an initial 90-day phase-in that begins on May 2, followed by a 12-month base period, with seven 12-month option periods, as well as a six-month extension. If all options are exercised, the full period of performance would extend to Jan. 31, 2032. The potential value of the contract is about $814 million, which includes all options and any IDIQ task order awards.
Under the contract, Rothe Ares Joint Venture will provide related information technology management services; customer collaboration and support services; information management services, and digital communications services including television and multimedia production, social media, and digital exhibits. The work performed under the contract will support NASA’s Office of Chief Information Officer and Office of Communications across all centers and facilities.
The eMITS contract is a significant step towards NASA’s digital transformation, as it aims to enhance communication and information technology services throughout the agency. With this contract, NASA can leverage the latest technologies to improve communication and collaboration among its employees, as well as with the public.
Overall, the eMITS contract is a testament to NASA’s commitment to innovation and progress, as it continues to push the boundaries of science and exploration. For more information about NASA programs and missions, visit their website at https://www.nasa.gov.