Program Updates
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Alert
As of midnight, December 20, 2024, the U.S. government is experiencing a lapse in appropriations. Until the situation is resolved, please refer to OPM.gov website regarding the status for federal employees. We expect the U.S. Antarctic Program to remain operational under our contractor for the foreseeable future. Should the situation change, we will post additional information on this website when it is legally permissible to do so.
Program Updates

New Contractor
Leidos is the prime contractor supporting the U.S. Antarctic Program with several teammates. Together the support contract is known as the Antarctic Support Contract (ASC).

Antarctic Support Contract (ASC)
Leidos ASC Program Management, Science Planning
Six Mile, LLC Waste
DAMCO Cargo, Port Hueneme Operations, Punta Arenas Operations
Gana-A'Yoo (GSC) Housing, Food and Beverage, Recreation, Retail, Post Office
GHG Corporation IT and Communications
Amentum Infrastructure and Operations, Transportation and Logistics
Amentum New Zealand Christchurch Operations
Kratos/SecureInfo Information Security
University of Texas Medical Branch Medical, Dental, Psych PQs; Telemedicine
 

Medical
The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) assumes all medical responsibilities, including Physical Qualifications (PQ). Direct PQ questions to medical@usap.gov or (855) 300-9704.

Punta Arenas

  • DAMCO is the new agent in Punta Arenas, replacing AGUNSA.
  • The Chilean entrance fee is increased from $140.00 to $160.00 U.S. currency.

Travel
ASC Travel books all tickets.