Large 3D CMC RF windows for extreme hypersonic environments
Active Definitive Contract Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- FA865124CB026
- Awardee
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Applied Thin Films, Inc. UEI S5SDX2NKH4J9
- Awarding agency
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Air Force Research Laboratory
Air Force Materiel Command, Department of Defense
- Obligated
- $1,783,276
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $1,783,275.90 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 99% complete
- Current and potential, with all options
- 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 · 9 offers Negotiated Proposal / Quote
- Pricing
- Firm Fixed Price
- Place of performance
- Skokie, IL 60077, 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 | |
| Supplemental Agreement for work within scope | $0 | |
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Original award | $1,783,276 |
About this award
The U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) awarded a $1.78 million firm fixed-price definitive contract to Applied Thin Films, Inc. (ATFI), a minority-owned small disadvantaged business based in Skokie, Illinois, for the development of large 3D ceramic matrix composite (CMC) radio frequency windows designed for extreme hypersonic environments. This contract, set aside for total small business participation, represents AFRL's investment in advanced materials research critical to next-generation aerospace platforms operating at extreme velocities and thermal conditions. The RF windows utilize three-dimensional woven fiber reinforcement in an oxide-oxide ceramic matrix composite configuration, addressing the demanding material science challenges inherent to hypersonic flight applications where traditional materials prove insufficient.
ATFI, established as a federal contractor since 2001, brings demonstrated expertise in advanced materials development and performance coatings for aerospace and defense applications. The company has successfully executed multiple Small Business Innovation Research contracts across federal agencies including AFRL, NASA, and Naval Sea Systems Command, establishing a track record in complex R&D initiatives. With a performance location in Skokie, Illinois and an ultimate completion date of October 27, 2026, this contract enables ATFI to advance CMC technology that will support critical hypersonic vehicle capabilities essential to U.S. Air Force modernization objectives.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract FA865124CB026?
FA865124CB026 was awarded to Applied Thin Films, Inc. by Air Force Research Laboratory (Air Force Materiel Command) on July 26, 2024.
How much is contract FA865124CB026 worth?
The government has obligated $1,783,276 on FA865124CB026.
Was contract FA865124CB026 competed?
The extent of competition for FA865124CB026 was full and open competition after exclusion of sources. The government received 9 offers. It was set aside: Total Small Business.
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