Gotcha II - graph-based object-oriented transformers using contextual hierarchical attention
Active Definitive Contract Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- FA237725CB022
- Awardee
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Aptima Inc. UEI K1GCPNNZKEN7
- Awarding agency
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Air Force
Department of Defense
- Obligated
- $1,780,169
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $1,780,169.42 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 65% complete
- Current and potential, with all options
- Contracting staff
- Funding agency
- Air Force Research Laboratory Air Force Materiel Command, Department of Defense
- NAICS code
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
- Competition
- Full and Open Competition after exclusion of sources Negotiated Proposal / Quote
- Pricing
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee
- Place of performance
- Woburn, MA 01801, USA
- Research
- SBIR Program Phase II Action
- Legislative mandates
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- Employment Eligibility Verification (E-Verify) FAR subpart 22.18
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
About this award
The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) awarded a Phase II Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contract valued at $1.78M to Aptima Inc., a Woburn, Massachusetts-based small business specializing in human-centered research and development. The project, titled "GOTCHA II - Graph-Based Object-Oriented Transformers Using Contextual Hierarchical Attention," represents a continuation of innovative work in artificial intelligence and advanced computational methods. The contract, structured as a Cost Plus Fixed Fee Definitive Contract, extends through July 18, 2027, and carries a total small business set-aside designation. Aptima will perform the work at its Woburn facility.
Aptima brings substantial relevant experience to this engagement, having established itself as a key innovator in AI-driven solutions and human-machine interaction technologies through numerous SBIR and STTR programs with defense agencies. The company's track record with AFRL, coupled with its expertise in cognitive modeling, data analytics, and advanced technological frameworks, positions it well to advance the GOTCHA II initiative. This Phase II effort builds upon earlier foundational research and aims to mature the graph-based transformer technology for potential transition to operational Air Force applications. The contract represents part of AFRL's broader investment in next-generation AI capabilities and advanced computational architectures that support the service's modernization objectives.
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Who was awarded contract FA237725CB022?
FA237725CB022 was awarded to Aptima Inc. by Air Force (Department of Defense) on July 18, 2025.
How much is contract FA237725CB022 worth?
The government has obligated $1,780,169 on FA237725CB022.
Which agency awarded contract FA237725CB022?
Air Force (Department of Defense) awarded FA237725CB022, with funding from Air Force Research Laboratory (Air Force Materiel Command).
Was contract FA237725CB022 competed?
The extent of competition for FA237725CB022 was full and open competition after exclusion of sources. It was set aside: Total Small Business.
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