Definitive Contract N0002425CS255

Arete Associates, a Northridge, California-based advanced science and engineering company, has been awarded a $1.99M definitive contract by the Naval Sea Systems Command under the Space-Based Infrared System High (SBIRS High) program. This Small Business set-aside contract, awarded on September 17, 2025, operates under a Cost Plus Fixed Fee pricing structure with an ultimate completion date of September 16, 2028. SBIRS High is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) that provides persistent infrared surveillance and missile warning capabilities for national security purposes, encompassing both space and ground segments with technological development across infrared sensors, data processing, automation, and visualization applications. The contract represents Arete's contribution to this critical national security initiative, leveraging the company's specialized expertise in sensing solutions, signal processing, and computational analytics.

This award builds on Arete Associates' established track record as a frequent Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) contractor with multiple federal agencies, including the Naval Sea Systems Command, Air Force Research Laboratory, Missile Defense Agency, and Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency. The company's capabilities in infrared sensing, autonomous systems, and advanced remote sensing technologies align directly with the technological development requirements of SBIRS High. Arete operates as a small business manufacturer and regularly collaborates with major defense contractors such as Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin, which serves as the prime contractor for SBIRS High's broader $1.87B Contractor Logistics Support contract.