Research, development, testing, experimentation, and prototyping of ares unmanned aerial system and hydrogen fuel cell power generation and propulsion system
Ended Other Transaction Agreement Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- FA86142390007
- Awardee
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Piasecki Aircraft Corp UEI E11VKLMGHB65
- Awarding agency
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AFLCMC Wright Patterson AFB
Lifecycle Management Center, Department of Defense
- Obligated
- $39,777,382
Award facts
- Contract value 20% obligated
-
- $179,517,587.00 Current, with exercised options
- $197,557,210.00 Potential, with all options
- Completion date 100% complete
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- Current, with exercised options
- Potential, with all options
- Funding agency
- USAF DFAS Air Force, Department of Defense
- NAICS code
- Not on record
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- Competition
- Competed Program Solicitation
- Pricing
- Other
- Place of performance
- Essington, PA 19029, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Supplemental Agreement for work within scope | $0 | |
| Supplemental Agreement for work within scope | $2,391,880 | |
| Exercise an Option | $1,280,981 | |
| Exercise an Option | $9,631,721 | |
| Original award | $26,472,800 |
About this award
The U.S. Air Force awarded Piasecki Aircraft Corp an Other Transaction Agreement valued at $197.6M to conduct research, development, testing, experimentation, and prototyping of the Aerial Reconfigurable Embedded System (ARES) unmanned aerial system and hydrogen fuel cell power generation and propulsion system. The contract, awarded on September 12, 2023, with an ultimate completion date of August 10, 2026, will be performed in Essington, Pennsylvania. This award represents a significant investment in advanced aerospace propulsion and autonomous vehicle technologies, leveraging Piasecki's established expertise in experimental rotorcraft and unmanned systems design and flight testing.
The contract carries no set-aside designation and reflects the Air Force's commitment to developing next-generation propulsion systems for unmanned platforms. Piasecki Aircraft Corp's selection aligns with the company's proven track record in delivering innovative defense solutions, including prior work on autonomous cargo systems, precision aerial delivery platforms, and advanced flight control technologies. The hydrogen fuel cell integration with ARES demonstrates the Department of Defense's interest in exploring alternative energy solutions for extended-duration unmanned operations while maintaining operational capability.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract FA86142390007?
FA86142390007 was awarded to Piasecki Aircraft Corp by AFLCMC Wright Patterson AFB (Lifecycle Management Center) on September 12, 2023.
How much is contract FA86142390007 worth?
The government has obligated $39,777,382 on FA86142390007. Its current value, with exercised options, is $179,517,587. Its potential value, with all options, is $197,557,210.
Which agency awarded contract FA86142390007?
AFLCMC Wright Patterson AFB (Lifecycle Management Center) awarded FA86142390007, with funding from USAF DFAS (Air Force).
Was contract FA86142390007 competed?
The extent of competition for FA86142390007 was competed.
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