Enhance solid rocket motor development
Active Definitive Contract Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- FA930024C6003
- Awardee
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X-Bow Launch Systems Inc. UEI MD76AJXHCMQ5
- Awarding agency
-
Air Force Test Center
Air Force Materiel Command, Department of Defense
- Obligated
- $13,752,266
Award facts
- Contract value 92% obligated
- $14,942,809.12 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 91% 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
- Total Small Business
- Competition
- Full and Open Competition after exclusion of sources · 1 offer Negotiated Proposal / Quote
- Pricing
- Firm Fixed Price
- Place of performance
- Edwards AFB, CA 93524, USA
- Research
- SBIR Program Phase II Action
- 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 | $4,924,520 | |
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Funding Only Action | $4,392,256 | |
| Original award | $4,435,491 |
About this award
The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) awarded a $14.9 million firm fixed-price definitive contract to X-Bow Launch Systems Inc., a small business specializing in advanced aerospace and defense technologies with expertise in solid rocket motor development and additive manufacturing. The award, which carries a total small business set-aside designation, is scheduled for completion by February 15, 2027, and will be performed at Edwards Air Force Base in California. This contract represents continuation of AFRL's investment in enhancing tactical solid rocket motor development capabilities, leveraging X-Bow's established track record in propulsion systems and rapid energetic manufacturing.
X-Bow Launch Systems Inc. brings substantial federal contracting experience to this engagement, with over $379 million in active and completed prime contract awards across multiple Department of Defense agencies. The company's recent contract portfolio includes a $199.3 million Air Force manufacturing contract through 2028 and an $89.1 million Army Research Development and Engineering Command agreement for solid rocket motor development. This AFRL contract complements X-Bow's existing strategic positioning on the Orbital Services Program 4, a $986 million Air Force indefinite delivery vehicle that enables ongoing space launch and propulsion procurements, further demonstrating the company's critical role in supporting Department of the Air Force space and defense initiatives.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract FA930024C6003?
FA930024C6003 was awarded to X-Bow Launch Systems Inc. by Air Force Test Center (Air Force Materiel Command) on February 14, 2024.
How much is contract FA930024C6003 worth?
The government has obligated $13,752,266 on FA930024C6003. Its current value, with exercised options, is $14,942,809.
Which agency awarded contract FA930024C6003?
Air Force Test Center (Air Force Materiel Command) awarded FA930024C6003, with funding from Air Force Research Laboratory (Air Force Materiel Command).
Was contract FA930024C6003 competed?
The extent of competition for FA930024C6003 was full and open competition after exclusion of sources. The government received 1 offer. It was set aside: Total Small Business.
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