Network trapped ION quantum computers
Active Other Transaction Agreement Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- FA87502390502
- Awardee
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Ionq, Inc. UEI EH32NDF7YPM7
- Awarding agency
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Air Force Research Laboratory
Air Force Materiel Command, Department of Defense
- Obligated
- $25,512,201
Award facts
- Contract value 94% obligated
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- $25,512,201.00 Current, with exercised options
- $27,030,550.00 Potential, with all options
- Completion date 82% complete
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- Current, with exercised options
- Potential, with all options
- NAICS code
- Not on record
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- Competition
- Competed Program Solicitation
- Pricing
- Other
- Place of performance
- Berwyn Heights, MD 20740, 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 | $0 | |
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Original award | $25,512,201 |
About this award
The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) awarded an Other Transaction Agreement to IonQ, Inc. valued at $27.03 million on September 21, 2023, for the development of network trapped ion quantum computers. The contract extends through June 30, 2027, and will be performed in Berwyn Heights, Maryland, where IonQ maintains its primary research and development operations. This award represents part of AFRL's broader quantum computing initiative, which seeks to advance the nation's quantum computational capabilities for defense applications. No set-aside designation was applied to this procurement, indicating a competitive award process.
IonQ, Inc. is a specialized quantum computing technology company that has established itself as a key partner for AFRL, having secured multiple significant federal contracts totaling approximately $94.9 million exclusively from the Air Force Research Laboratory. The company specializes in trapped ion quantum computing systems, including the development of quantum subsystems utilizing barium ions and photonic network switching technologies. Under this specific contract, IonQ will advance the state of quantum networking capabilities, contributing to the Department of Defense's strategic investments in quantum information science and technology. The company's focused expertise and demonstrated track record with AFRL indicate strong technical capabilities in this specialized domain.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract FA87502390502?
FA87502390502 was awarded to Ionq, Inc. by Air Force Research Laboratory (Air Force Materiel Command) on September 21, 2023.
How much is contract FA87502390502 worth?
The government has obligated $25,512,201 on FA87502390502. Its potential value, with all options, is $27,030,550.
Was contract FA87502390502 competed?
The extent of competition for FA87502390502 was competed.
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