Project capture: capturing aerial payloads to unleash reliable exploitation
Ended Definitive Contract Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- HR001124C0436
- Awardee
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Empirical Systems Aerospace Inc. UEI MFCTLU3MRXC8
- Awarding agency
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Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency
Department of Defense
- Obligated
- $999,750
Award facts
- Opportunity
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- Information Innovation Office (I2O) Office-wide Pre-Solicitation · HR001123S0001 · Posted Oct 26, 2022
- Contract value 33% obligated
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- $999,750.00 Current, with exercised options
- $2,999,147.00 Potential, with all options
- Completion date 100% complete
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- Current, with exercised options
- 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 · 23 offers Negotiated Proposal / Quote
- Pricing
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee
- Place of performance
- San Luis Obispo, CA, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Original award | $999,750 |
About this award
Empirical Systems Aerospace Inc. (Esaero), a small aerospace engineering firm based in San Luis Obispo, California, was awarded a $2.999 million Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II contract by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) on August 29, 2024. The contract, designated as a total small business set-aside with a cost-plus-fixed-fee pricing structure, supports the "Project Capture: Capturing Aerial Payloads to Unleash Reliable Exploitation" (AHAB) initiative, which focuses on apprehension of high-altitude aircraft and balloons. The work is scheduled for completion by August 28, 2025, and will be performed at Esaero's facility in San Luis Obispo.
This award represents a continuation of Esaero's established track record in advanced aerospace technology development through SBIR programs. The company, which specializes in electric and hybrid propulsion systems for aviation applications, has demonstrated consistent success in securing federal contracts with defense and civilian agencies. The AHAB project aligns with DARPA's mission to develop innovative solutions for national defense priorities, specifically addressing the technical challenges associated with capturing and exploiting aerial platforms. As a Phase II SBIR award, this contract represents a progression from earlier feasibility studies and indicates the agency's confidence in Esaero's technical approach and ability to deliver operational capabilities in this specialized aerospace domain.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract HR001124C0436?
HR001124C0436 was awarded to Empirical Systems Aerospace Inc. by Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (Department of Defense) on August 29, 2024.
How much is contract HR001124C0436 worth?
The government has obligated $999,750 on HR001124C0436. Its potential value, with all options, is $2,999,147.
Was contract HR001124C0436 competed?
The extent of competition for HR001124C0436 was full and open competition after exclusion of sources. The government received 23 offers. It was set aside: Total Small Business.
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