Mindmeld the objective of this effort is to research and identify the publicly available information (PAI) military units leave behind as a result of using commercial entities to support military…

Active Definitive Contract Awarded

Contract number
FA875025CB050
Awardee
Awarding agency
Obligated
$1,793,820

Award facts

Contract value 100% obligated
$1,793,820.00 Current and potential, with all options
Completion date 56% complete
Current and potential, with all options
Contracting staff
Set-aside
Total Small Business
Competition
Full and Open Competition after exclusion of sources · 25 offers Negotiated Proposal / Quote
Pricing
Firm Fixed Price
Place of performance
Honolulu, HI 96819, USA
Research
SBIR Program Phase II Action
Legislative mandates

Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.

About this award

The Air Force Research Laboratory awarded a $1.79 million Phase II Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contract to Jason R Vick LLC under the "MINDMELD" effort. The contract, structured as a firm fixed-price definitive agreement, seeks to research and identify publicly available information that military units inadvertently disclose through their use of commercial entities to support military operations. The work will be performed in Honolulu, Hawaii, with an ultimate completion date of September 4, 2027, following the award date of September 4, 2025. This contract carries a Total Small Business set aside designation, reflecting the SBIR program's commitment to fostering innovation within the small business community.

The MINDMELD effort addresses operational security concerns by examining the digital footprint and information leakage risks associated with military reliance on commercial support infrastructure. As a Phase II SBIR award, this contract follows successful Phase I research and represents an advancement toward prototype development or proof-of-concept demonstration. The Air Force Research Laboratory's investment in this capability supports broader defense initiatives focused on understanding and mitigating information security vulnerabilities in modern military supply chains and operational support networks.

Description

Mindmeld the objective of this effort is to research and identify the publicly available information (PAI) military units leave behind as a result of using commercial entities to support military operations.

Quick answers

Who was awarded contract FA875025CB050?

FA875025CB050 was awarded to Jason R Vick LLC by Air Force Research Laboratory (Air Force Materiel Command) on September 4, 2025.

How much is contract FA875025CB050 worth?

The government has obligated $1,793,820 on FA875025CB050.

Was contract FA875025CB050 competed?

The extent of competition for FA875025CB050 was full and open competition after exclusion of sources. The government received 25 offers. It was set aside: Total Small Business.

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