Research and development for ascent propulsion system
Ended Definitive Contract Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- FA930023C6010
- Awardee
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Flight Works, Inc. UEI CNN1EYNTU9Y7
- Awarding agency
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Air Force Test Center
Air Force Materiel Command, Department of Defense
- Obligated
- $8,205,874
Award facts
- Contract value 84% obligated
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- $8,205,873.69 Current, with exercised options
- $9,802,923.66 Potential, with all options
- Completion date 100% complete
- Current and potential, with all options
- Contracting staff
- Funding agency
- Air Force Academy Headquarters Air Force, 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
- Firm Fixed Price
- Place of performance
- Edwards AFB, CA 93524, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Supplemental Agreement for work within scope | $18,873 | |
| Supplemental Agreement for work within scope | $4,737 | |
| Exercise an Option | $1,429,494 | |
| Funding Only Action | $34,517 | |
| Supplemental Agreement for work within scope | $995,000 | |
| Funding Only Action | $1,188,419 | |
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Funding Only Action | $2,510,000 | |
| Supplemental Agreement for work within scope | $1,300,000 | |
| Original award | $724,833 |
About this award
Flight Works, Inc., a small business aerospace manufacturer based in Irvine, California, was awarded a $9.8 million firm fixed-price definitive contract by the Air Force Academy on April 6, 2023, to conduct research and development for an ascent propulsion system and produce a white paper detailing propulsion and refueling capabilities. The contract, which carries no small business set-aside designation, is scheduled for completion by July 31, 2026, with performance to be conducted at Edwards Air Force Base in California. Flight Works specializes in advanced propulsion technologies and fluid management solutions for aerospace applications, with extensive experience supporting NASA and Department of Defense missions through multiple Small Business Innovation Research contracts.
This engagement builds on Flight Works' established expertise in propulsion system development for space exploration and defense applications. The company's prior work includes development of orbital maneuvering vehicles, xenon and helium refueling demonstration systems, and compact liquid hydrogen pumps, along with a cooperative agreement with NASA's Shared Services Center focused on solenoid valves for ascent propulsion systems. The contract represents a significant expansion of Flight Works' propulsion capabilities work and reflects the Air Force Academy's investment in advanced propulsion technologies critical to future military space operations.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract FA930023C6010?
FA930023C6010 was awarded to Flight Works, Inc. by Air Force Test Center (Air Force Materiel Command) on April 6, 2023.
How much is contract FA930023C6010 worth?
The government has obligated $8,205,874 on FA930023C6010. Its potential value, with all options, is $9,802,924.
Which agency awarded contract FA930023C6010?
Air Force Test Center (Air Force Materiel Command) awarded FA930023C6010, with funding from Air Force Academy (Headquarters Air Force).
Was contract FA930023C6010 competed?
The extent of competition for FA930023C6010 was full and open competition. The government received 1 offer.
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