Ultra-lightweight materials for space structures through novel geometric design
Ended Definitive Contract Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- FA955023C0002
- Awardee
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Oceanit Laboratories Inc. UEI S6X8FST9JAM7
- Awarding agency
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Air Force Research Laboratory
Air Force Materiel Command, Department of Defense
- Obligated
- $1,250,000
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $1,250,000.00 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)
- PSC
- AJ11 General Science And Technology R&D Services; General Science And Technology; Basic Research
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
- Competition
- Full and Open Competition after exclusion of sources · 15 offers Negotiated Proposal / Quote
- Pricing
- Firm Fixed Price
- Place of performance
- Honolulu, HI 96813, USA
- Research
- SBIR Program Phase II Action
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Original award | $1,250,000 |
About this award
The Air Force Research Laboratory awarded Oceanit Laboratories Inc., a small business based in Honolulu, Hawaii, a $1.25M Phase II Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contract for ultra-lightweight materials research focused on novel geometric design for space structures. Awarded on September 1, 2023, with a completion date of February 28, 2026, this firm fixed-price contract is set aside for small businesses and represents continued development of technology initially validated in Phase I research. Oceanit will perform the work at its Honolulu facility and is expected to advance materials science innovations that support the Air Force's strategic interests in space-based systems and structural efficiency.
This contract reflects Oceanit's demonstrated expertise in advanced materials development and defense-focused research and engineering services. As a recognized innovator in the SBIR program ecosystem, Oceanit has established a track record of delivering cutting-edge solutions across defense agencies including the Office of Naval Research, Naval Air Warfare Center, and DARPA. The ultra-lightweight materials initiative aligns with broader Department of Defense priorities to enhance spacecraft and satellite structural performance while reducing mass—a critical objective for space operations and mission capability advancement.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract FA955023C0002?
FA955023C0002 was awarded to Oceanit Laboratories Inc. by Air Force Research Laboratory (Air Force Materiel Command) on September 1, 2023.
How much is contract FA955023C0002 worth?
The government has obligated $1,250,000 on FA955023C0002.
Was contract FA955023C0002 competed?
The extent of competition for FA955023C0002 was full and open competition after exclusion of sources. The government received 15 offers. It was set aside: Total Small Business.
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