Embedded entrepreneurship initiative (EEI)
Ended Definitive Contract Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- HR001125C0019
- Awardee
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Aeris Water Technologies, LLC UEI H5HTLMLUBGG1
- Awarding agency
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Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency
Department of Defense
- Obligated
- $303,125
Award facts
- Opportunity
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- Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Commercial Strategy Commercial Solutions Opening Solicitation · HR001124SC001 · Posted May 1, 2024
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $303,125.00 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
- B541 Special Studies/Analysis- Defense
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- Competition
- Competed under SAP · 30 offers Simplified Acquisition
- Pricing
- Firm Fixed Price
- Place of performance
- Arlington, VA 22203, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Supplemental Agreement for work within scope | $0 | |
| Original award | $303,125 |
About this award
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) awarded a $303,125 firm fixed-price definitive contract to Aeris Water Technologies, LLC on January 6, 2025, under the Embedded Entrepreneurship Initiative (EEI). The contract, with a completion date of April 1, 2026, supports DARPA's efforts to transition innovative commercial solutions developed through its research and development programs into operationally relevant capabilities. The award was made without a set-aside designation, and work will be performed in Arlington, Virginia.
The underlying solicitation was a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) posted on May 1, 2024, which invited proposals on a rolling basis through April 30, 2025. This vehicle seeks to identify commercial innovations that can address DARPA requirements, close capability gaps, or introduce new technological advancements. The EEI specifically supports embedding entrepreneurial talent within organizations to accelerate technology transition, with funding restrictions applied to large businesses but greater flexibility extended to small businesses and nontraditional contractors. Aeris Water Technologies' selection indicates DARPA's confidence in the company's technical approach, qualifications, and proposed solution for advancing defense-relevant capabilities.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract HR001125C0019?
HR001125C0019 was awarded to Aeris Water Technologies, LLC by Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (Department of Defense) on January 6, 2025.
How much is contract HR001125C0019 worth?
The government has obligated $303,125 on HR001125C0019.
Was contract HR001125C0019 competed?
The extent of competition for HR001125C0019 was competed under sap. The government received 30 offers.
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