Collaborative autonomy and resilience of distributed satellites (CARDS)
Ended Definitive Contract Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- FA945324CX027
- Awardee
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Xanalytix Systems LLC UEI RRYCSUFDB511
- Awarding agency
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Air Force Research Laboratory
Air Force Materiel Command, Department of Defense
- Obligated
- $998,056
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $998,056.01 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 100% 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
- Total Small Business
- Competition
- Full and Open Competition after exclusion of sources · 2 offers Negotiated Proposal / Quote
- Pricing
- Firm Fixed Price
- Place of performance
- Clarence Center, NY, USA
- Research
- STTR Phase II
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Original award | $998,056 |
About this award
The U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) awarded a $998,056 Firm Fixed Price contract to Xanalytix Systems LLC on February 15, 2024, under the Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program Phase II. The contract, designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, focuses on the Collaborative Autonomy and Resilience of Distributed Satellites (CARDS) initiative and is scheduled for completion by August 10, 2026. Xanalytix Systems, a small business based in Clarence Center, New York, will leverage its expertise in autonomous systems and satellite communications to develop solutions that enhance the collaborative capabilities and resilience of distributed satellite constellations—a critical capability for modern space operations and national security applications.
The STTR Program facilitates collaboration between small businesses and research institutions to commercialize innovative technologies for government use. Xanalytix Systems' selection reflects the company's established track record in space technology research and development, having successfully executed multiple SBIR and STTR contracts across federal agencies including AFRL, NASA, and Naval commands. The CARDS project aligns with AFRL's strategic focus on advanced space capabilities and distributed satellite architectures that require autonomous coordination and operational resilience in contested environments.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract FA945324CX027?
FA945324CX027 was awarded to Xanalytix Systems LLC by Air Force Research Laboratory (Air Force Materiel Command) on February 14, 2024.
How much is contract FA945324CX027 worth?
The government has obligated $998,056 on FA945324CX027. Its current value, with exercised options, is $998,056.
Was contract FA945324CX027 competed?
The extent of competition for FA945324CX027 was full and open competition after exclusion of sources. The government received 2 offers. It was set aside: Total Small Business.
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