Computationally-driven next generation carbon-carbon composite material development
Active Definitive Contract Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- FA239424CB014
- Awardee
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Michigan Technological University UEI GKMSN3DA6P91
- Awarding agency
-
Air Force
Department of Defense
- Obligated
- $4,438,800
Award facts
- Opportunity
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- FA865018S5110 Solicitation number
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $4,438,800.00 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 82% 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
- No set-aside
- Competition
- Full and Open Competition · 1 offer Negotiated Proposal / Quote
- Pricing
- Cost No Fee
- Place of performance
- Houghton, MI, USA
- Legislative mandates
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- Employment Eligibility Verification (E-Verify) FAR subpart 22.18
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Supplemental Agreement for work within scope | $0 | |
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Original award | $4,438,800 |
About this award
The Air Force Research Laboratory awarded a $4.44 million cost-no-fee definitive contract to Michigan Technological University on May 28, 2024, to develop computationally-driven next-generation carbon-carbon composite materials. This three-year effort, scheduled for completion by May 28, 2027, is being performed in Houghton, Michigan, and represents a non-set-aside procurement reflecting open competition. The research initiative integrates computational modeling with experimental validation to advance fundamental understanding of the Polymer Infiltration and Pyrolysis (PIP) manufacturing process, with objectives to optimize production efficiency, enhance material performance, and establish U.S. leadership in hypersonic applications requiring high-temperature, high-strength composite materials.
Michigan Technological University has engaged three major subcontractors to execute distinct technical workstreams. Florida State University's Sponsored Research Administration Division is conducting experimental studies of molecular and morphology transformation, microstructure evaluation, and characterization of resin precursors during composite manufacturing using advanced analytical tools including Atomic Force Microscopy and Focused Ion Beam/Transmission Electron Microscopy to support computational modeling efforts. Columbia University's Sponsored Projects Administration is developing a multiphysics, multiscale process modeling framework using data-driven approaches and continuum mechanics to predict residual stress formation, thermal effects, and mechanical performance across micro and mesoscales. ReaxFF Consulting LLC is performing Density Functional Theory calculations, developing Reactive Force Field training sets, and conducting molecular dynamics simulations to characterize reaction energies, geometries, and reaction barriers in carbon composite formation, with capability testing of accelerated computational methods to enhance simulation efficiency.
Subawards
| Subcontractor | Amount | Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Florida State University | $1,998,040 | |
| The Trustees Of Columbia University In The City Of New York | $600,000 | |
| Rxff Consulting LLC | $399,946 |
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract FA239424CB014?
FA239424CB014 was awarded to Michigan Technological University by Air Force (Department of Defense) on May 28, 2024.
How much is contract FA239424CB014 worth?
The government has obligated $4,438,800 on FA239424CB014.
Which agency awarded contract FA239424CB014?
Air Force (Department of Defense) awarded FA239424CB014, with funding from Air Force Research Laboratory (Air Force Materiel Command).
Was contract FA239424CB014 competed?
The extent of competition for FA239424CB014 was full and open competition. The government received 1 offer.
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