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Professional Astronomer Services — Argentina Buenos Aires
Document No. QTE-BA-2025-0472This Quotation Estimate is issued by Dr. Elena Marchetti, a licensed and internationally recognized Astronomer, to provide comprehensive astronomical consultancy, observational research, and technical advisory services to the Consortium of Southern Hemisphere Research. All services described herein will be delivered and executed within the metropolitan area of Argentina Buenos Aires, utilizing the infrastructure of the Observatorio Astronómico de Buenos Aires and affiliated field stations in the surrounding provinces.
The Astronomer will serve as the principal scientific lead for the consortium's multi-year survey program, which focuses on deep-sky object cataloguing, variable star photometry, and exoplanet transit detection. The Astronomer's responsibilities include designing observation schedules optimized for the unique sky conditions of Argentina Buenos Aires, supervising a team of four junior astronomers, calibrating instruments, and producing peer-reviewed data products for the consortium's publication pipeline.
| Item | Description | Duration | Rate (USD) | Subtotal (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.1 | Astronomer on-site consultancy at Observatorio Astronómico de Buenos Aires, Argentina Buenos Aires. Includes daily observation planning, instrument calibration, and real-time data acquisition supervision. | 6 months (180 days) | $320/day | $57,600.00 |
| 2.2 | Field observation campaigns at the El Leoncito Astronomical Complex (San Juan Province), coordinated from the Argentina Buenos Aires headquarters. The Astronomer will travel to the site for four 10-day blocks. | 40 days | $450/day | $18,000.00 |
| 2.3 | Development of a custom photometric pipeline and data reduction software tailored to the consortium's survey requirements. Delivered as source code with full documentation. | 3 months | $12,000 flat | $12,000.00 |
| 2.4 | Monthly progress reports, data quality assessments, and scientific advisory sessions with the consortium's board of directors in Argentina Buenos Aires. | 6 sessions | $1,500/session | $9,000.00 |
| 2.5 | Training and mentorship of four junior astronomers based in Argentina Buenos Aires, covering advanced observational techniques, astrometric calibration, and publication writing. | 6 months | $8,000 flat | $8,000.00 |
| 2.6 | Emergency response and instrument troubleshooting for the 1.54m telescope at the Buenos Aires observatory, available 24/7 during the service period. | 6 months | $3,500 flat | $3,500.00 |
| TOTAL ESTIMATED COST | $108,100.00 | |||
- 3.1 This Quotation Estimate is valid for sixty (60) calendar days from the date of issue. After the expiration date, all rates and availability must be reconfirmed in writing by the Astronomer.
- 3.2 Payment terms: 30% advance deposit upon acceptance of this Quotation Estimate, 40% due at the midpoint of the service period (October 1, 2025), and the remaining 30% upon final delivery of all data products and the closing report.
- 3.3 All services will be performed in Argentina Buenos Aires unless otherwise specified in Section 2.2. Travel, accommodation, and per diem expenses for field campaigns outside the city of Buenos Aires are included in the rates stated above.
- 3.4 The Astronomer retains full intellectual property rights over any novel scientific discoveries made during the engagement. The consortium receives a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use all data products for academic and non-commercial purposes.
- 3.5 Force majeure: In the event of severe weather, astronomical instrument failure beyond reasonable repair, or government-mandated observatory closures in Argentina Buenos Aires, the Astronomer shall notify the client within 48 hours, and the affected service days shall be rescheduled at no additional cost.
- 3.6 This Quotation Estimate does not constitute a binding contract until both parties execute a formal Service Agreement. The terms herein serve as the commercial framework for such an agreement.
- 3.7 All communications regarding this Quotation Estimate and the subsequent engagement shall be conducted in English, with official documents filed in the jurisdiction of Argentina Buenos Aires under applicable Argentine commercial law.
By signing below, the client acknowledges receipt of this Quotation Estimate and agrees to the terms, rates, and scope of Astronomer services described herein for execution in Argentina Buenos Aires. The Astronomer confirms availability and commitment to deliver all services as outlined during the specified period.
Dr. Elena Marchetti, Ph.D.Astronomer — Service Provider
Date: _______________ Dr. Ricardo Fuentes
Project Director — Client
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