DARPA research project to develop a hybrid quantum-classical communication network architecture to enable quantum enhancements to security and covertness on today's classical networks.
Active Definitive Contract Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- HR001124C0438
- Awardee
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Leidos, Inc. UEI KTMAJCY6JXM3 Part of Leidos Holdings, Inc.
- Awarding agency
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Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency
Department of Defense
- Obligated
- $15,537,745
Award facts
- Opportunity
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- Quantum Augmented Network (QuANET) Pre-Solicitation · HR001123S0035 · Posted May 8, 2023
- Contract value 65% obligated
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- $18,160,066.00 Current, with exercised options
- $24,017,087.00 Potential, with all options
- Completion date 61% complete
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- Current, with exercised options
- Potential, with all options
- 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 · 18 offers Negotiated Proposal / Quote
- Pricing
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee
- Place of performance
- Reston, VA 20190, USA
- 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 | $4,088,637 | |
| Exercise an Option | $2,878,909 | |
| Supplemental Agreement for work within scope | $0 | |
| Funding Only Action | $1,826,728 | |
| Funding Only Action | $313,350 | |
| Funding Only Action | $1,372,314 | |
| Original award | $5,057,807 |
About this award
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) awarded a $24.0M definitive contract to Leidos, Inc. (operating as SAIC under its Leidos Solutions Operating Segment) on March 8, 2024, to develop a hybrid quantum-classical communication network architecture under the Quantum-Augmented Network (QuANet) program. The cost-plus-fixed-fee contract, with an ultimate completion date of June 7, 2028, will be performed in Reston, Virginia, and aims to enable quantum enhancements to security and covertness capabilities on existing classical networks. No set-aside designation was applied to this award, reflecting Leidos' status as a large, established prime contractor competing on a full and open basis. The contract originated from a pre-solicitation opportunity posted in May 2023, with proposals due in July 2023.
Leidos brings substantial expertise to this emerging technology initiative, with documented experience in quantum sensing, advanced sensor systems, space communications, and autonomous systems development across multiple defense and intelligence contracts. As a global technology and engineering solutions provider headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos maintains an extensive federal contract portfolio and holds approximately $28M in existing Other Transaction agreements with DARPA for quantum-augmented networks and other advanced research initiatives. The company's selection for this quantum communications research demonstrates DARPA's confidence in Leidos' technical capabilities and positions the contractor to advance critical quantum technology integration within the Department of Defense's broader modernization objectives.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract HR001124C0438?
HR001124C0438 was awarded to Leidos, Inc. by Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (Department of Defense) on March 8, 2024.
How much is contract HR001124C0438 worth?
The government has obligated $15,537,745 on HR001124C0438. Its current value, with exercised options, is $18,160,066. Its potential value, with all options, is $24,017,087.
Was contract HR001124C0438 competed?
The extent of competition for HR001124C0438 was full and open competition. The government received 18 offers.
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