The inspired program, which aims to develop an optoelectronic detector modules that integrate squeezed-light measurement techniques into form factors thereby achieving sensitivity significantly beyond…
Ended Definitive Contract Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- HR001124C0463
- Awardee
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RTX BBN Technologies, Inc. UEI JAXJSTJJSP74 Part of RTX Corporation
- Awarding agency
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Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency
Department of Defense
- Obligated
- $4,364,205
Award facts
- Opportunity
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- Intensity-Squeezed Photonic Integration for Revolutionary Detectors (INSPIRED) Pre-Solicitation · HR001123S0052 · Posted Sep 21, 2023
- Contract value 47% obligated
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- $4,364,205.00 Current, with exercised options
- $9,274,313.00 Potential, with all options
- Completion date 100% complete
- Current and potential, with all options
- Contracting staff
- NAICS code
- 541714 Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- Competition
- Full and Open Competition · 18 offers Basic Research
- Pricing
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee
- Place of performance
- Cambridge, MA 02138, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Funding Only Action | $1,821,775 | |
| Funding Only Action | $980,000 | |
| Vendor DUNS or Name Change - Non-Novation | $0 | |
| Original award | $1,562,430 |
About this award
RTX BBN Technologies, Inc. has been awarded a $9.27 million cost-plus-fixed-fee definitive contract by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to develop optoelectronic detector modules that integrate squeezed-light measurement techniques into practical form factors, achieving sensitivity levels that exceed the quantum shot-noise limit. The work, part of the INSPIRED program, will be performed at the company's Cambridge, Massachusetts facility with an expected completion date of April 25, 2026. This award reflects DARPA's ongoing investment in quantum sensing and measurement technologies that could provide significant advantages for defense and intelligence applications requiring ultra-precise detection capabilities. The contract carries no small business set-aside designation, recognizing RTX BBN Technologies' substantial technical capabilities as a subsidiary of Raytheon Technologies (RTX Corp).
The prime contractor has engaged four subcontractors to support this advanced research effort. The University of Maryland, College Park will provide non-product services leveraging its extensive quantum research infrastructure and expertise in quantum computing and sensing technologies. Xanadu Quantum Technologies Inc., a Canadian quantum computing specialist, will contribute non-product services in support of quantum algorithmic research. Toptica Photonics Inc., a specialized manufacturer of laser systems and optical instrumentation, will supply mirrors—critical optical components essential for squeezed-light generation and measurement systems. Tevet LLC, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and HUBZone-certified firm, will provide crystal oscillator components necessary for the system's precision timing and frequency stability requirements. This subcontractor team combines academic research expertise, quantum technology innovation, specialized photonics manufacturing, and precision instrumentation to advance the state of quantum-enhanced sensing technologies.
Description
The inspired program, which aims to develop an optoelectronic detector modules that integrate squeezed-light measurement techniques into form factors thereby achieving sensitivity significantly beyond the quantum shot-noise limit.
Subawards
| Subcontractor | Amount | Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| University Of Maryland, College Park | $30,199 | |
| Xanadu Quantum Technologies Inc. | $365,542 | |
| Toptica Photonics Inc. | $53,640 | |
| Tevet LLC | $62,102 |
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract HR001124C0463?
HR001124C0463 was awarded to RTX BBN Technologies, Inc. by Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (Department of Defense) on July 26, 2024.
How much is contract HR001124C0463 worth?
The government has obligated $4,364,205 on HR001124C0463. Its potential value, with all options, is $9,274,313.
Was contract HR001124C0463 competed?
The extent of competition for HR001124C0463 was full and open competition. The government received 18 offers.
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