Hybrid superconducting-optical quantum network nodes to perform research to connect superconducting qubits to quantum networks.
Active Definitive Contract Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- FA875025CB058
- Awardee
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Rigetti & Co, LLC UEI LBJ6M5JJ7KZ5
- Awarding agency
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Air Force Research Laboratory
Air Force Materiel Command, Department of Defense
- Obligated
- $1,300,000
Award facts
- Opportunity
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- Quantum information sciences Pre-Solicitation · FA875023S7001 · Posted Apr 25, 2023
- Contract value 22% obligated
- $5,845,251.00 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 38% complete
- Current and potential, with all options
- Contracting staff
- 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 · 2 offers Basic Research
- Pricing
- Cost No Fee
- Place of performance
- Berkeley, CA 94710, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Funding Only Action | $560,946 | |
| Original award | $739,054 |
About this award
Rigetti & Co, LLC, doing business as Rigetti Quantum Computing, has been awarded a definitive cost-plus-no-fee contract by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) for $5.8M to develop hybrid superconducting-optical quantum network nodes. This research initiative aims to connect superconducting qubits to quantum networks, supporting AFRL's broader mission to advance quantum information sciences in support of the Air Force's Command, Control, Communications, and Intelligence (C4I) operations. The contract extends through October 12, 2028, and will be performed at Rigetti's Albany, California facility. This award represents a continuation of the company's ongoing partnership with AFRL in quantum computing research and development, building on prior contract awards for quantum foundry subscriptions and systems-driven component development for quantum networks.
The award was issued under AFRL's Quantum Information Sciences broad agency announcement, which seeks white papers and proposals addressing quantum algorithms, computation, information processing, networking, and heterogeneous quantum platforms. No set-aside designation applies to this procurement. As a leader in quantum computing technology, Rigetti has established itself as a key contractor for AFRL's quantum initiatives, and this project aligns with the government's strategic objective to develop advanced quantum technologies that can integrate multiple qubit modalities and enhance quantum network capabilities. The contract structure as definitive with cost-plus-no-fee pricing reflects the research-oriented nature of the work and government confidence in Rigetti's technical capabilities.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract FA875025CB058?
FA875025CB058 was awarded to Rigetti & Co, LLC by Air Force Research Laboratory (Air Force Materiel Command) on August 13, 2025.
How much is contract FA875025CB058 worth?
The government has obligated $1,300,000 on FA875025CB058. Its current value, with exercised options, is $5,845,251.
Was contract FA875025CB058 competed?
The extent of competition for FA875025CB058 was full and open competition. The government received 2 offers.
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