BPA Call FA700024A0019-FA700025F0183
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- The U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory awarded a $6.92M definitive contract to Solaero Technologies Corp. for the development and implementation of automated, low-cost space panel manufacturing systems. Executed on December 15, 2021, with an ultimate completion date of December 24, 2025, this cost-plus-fixed-fee contract supports the advancement of domestic solar technology manufacturing capabilities for aerospace applications. The contract, which includes a modification to update the...
- This is a $15,004,784.00 cost-plus-fixed-fee definitive contract awarded by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to Solaero Technologies Corp., a manufacturer of solar cells, solar panels, and related components for the aerospace industry. The contract, titled "SSPACE: SPACE SOLAR POWER ADVANCEMENT FOR CONSTELLATION-CLASS EXPANSION STAR", has a period of performance ending on December 19, 2029. Solaero Technologies has previously received prime and subcontract awards from...
- This is a definitive, cost-sharing contract awarded by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), a defense agency, to Solaero Technologies Corp., a small business manufacturer of solar cells and panels for aerospace applications. The $3,347,337.00 contract is for the development of greater than 37% efficient space solar cells. The contract has a final completion date of February 28, 2019. Through this award, Solaero will provide AFRL with advanced solar cell and panel technologies to support...
- This is a federal contract award from the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to Solaero Technologies Corp., a for-profit manufacturer of solar cells, solar panels, and related components for aerospace applications. The contract, valued at $5,439,349.00, is for Solaero to develop advanced solar cell, solar array, and related technologies that will provide greater than 60 kW/m3 stowed power density, greater than 200 W/kg specific power, and improved robustness against natural and man-made...
- Solestial, Inc., a small business solar energy company, was awarded a $179,958.02 firm-fixed-price purchase order contract by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) under the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program. The contract is for Phase I research and development to develop cover glass replacement coatings for flexible solar cells, leveraging Solestial's expertise in solar cell and panel design and fabrication. The work is intended to support the eventual deployment of the...
- This federal contract award, valued at $5,937,191.00, was issued by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to Spectrolab, Inc., a leading supplier of high-efficiency multijunction solar cells for spacecraft power systems. The contract, which is not designated as a set-aside, is for the demonstration of high-efficiency solar cells for space and near-space applications. The goal is to develop solar cells that can respond to the space solar spectrum and convert solar energy into usable electrical...
- This is a fixed-price contract awarded by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to Semprius Inc., a small business manufacturer, for the development of 40% air mass zero efficiency solar cells for space applications. The contract, valued at $149,753.00, is funded under the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program Phase I. The period of performance runs from the award date of July 21, 2015 to the ultimate completion date of April 22, 2016. The contract is set aside for small...
- The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Shared Services Center awarded a firm-fixed-price purchase order contract valued at $78,000.00 to Solaero Technologies Corp., a manufacturer of solar cells, solar panels, and related components for the aerospace industry. The contract is for the delivery of European Service Module (ESM) solar cell standards to support integration and test activities. This sole-source award was made under the authority of Federal Acquisition Regulation...
- This federal contract award, with ID FA945314C0372, was issued by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to Spectrolab, Inc., a subsidiary of The Boeing Company. The $7,149,694.00 cost-sharing contract is for the development of ultra-high efficiency multijunction space solar cell structures approaching 40% AM0 efficiency. This aligns with AFRL's research and development initiatives focused on advancing space solar power generation technologies. There is no set-aside designation associated with...
- This is a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II contract awarded by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to Redwire Space Solutions, LLC (prime contractor) for the development of a high-power solar array system for small satellites. The contract has a total ceiling value of $1,499,415.00 and is set aside for small businesses. Major subcontractors include River Front Services, Inc. (systems engineering support), Bluefoot Industrial LLC (systems engineering oversight), and Solaero...
- FA700024A0019Blanket Purchase Agreement
- FA700024A0019-FA700025F0183BPA Call
The Air Force Academy awarded a $69.6K firm fixed-price BPA call to Solaero Technologies Corp. for the procurement of space-rated Coverglass-Interconnected-Cells (CICs). This contract, issued without a set-aside designation, represents a task order under a larger $1.5M Blanket Purchase Agreement established between Solaero and the Air Force Academy through September 2029. The work will be performed in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with a completion date of December 29, 2025. CICs are specialized solar cell components designed for aerospace applications, essential for constructing flight-ready solar arrays on future spacecraft. Solaero Technologies Corp. is an established aerospace solar technology manufacturer with extensive experience supplying advanced solar panel systems to federal agencies including the Air Force, NASA, and the Department of Defense. The company has previously supported major space programs including Orion and GPS III through multiple contract vehicles. This BPA call aligns with the Air Force Academy's broader objective to ensure reliable domestic supply of advanced satellite solar cells and panels while mitigating potential supply chain disruptions. The procurement leverages Solaero's specialized expertise in manufacturing space-rated solar array components that meet stringent aerospace industry standards.
Mod # | Description | ReasonForModification | Federal Obligation | Date |
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| Not listed | Not listed | $69.6k | 9/30/25 |