Transition of quantum sensors program
Active Other Transaction Agreement Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- HQ08452490064
- Awardee
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Vector Atomic Inc. UEI XKE2WAAMTLQ9
- Awarding agency
-
Office of the Secretary of Defense
Department of Defense
- Obligated
- $24,300,000
Award facts
- Contract value 78% obligated
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- $26,400,000.00 Current, with exercised options
- $31,000,000.00 Potential, with all options
- Completion date 54% complete
- Current and potential, with all options
- Contracting staff
- NAICS code
- Not on record
- Competition
- Competed Program Solicitation
- Pricing
- Other
- Place of performance
- Pleasanton, CA 94566, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Supplemental Agreement for work within scope | $5,000,000 | |
| Exercise an Option | $2,500,000 | |
| Exercise an Option | $2,500,000 | |
| Exercise an Option | $5,000,000 | |
| Original award | $9,300,000 |
About this award
The Office of the Secretary of Defense awarded Vector Atomic Inc., a small business manufacturer of quantum-enabled technologies based in Pleasanton, California, an Other Transaction Agreement valued at $28.9M for the Transition of Quantum Sensors Program. The contract, awarded on August 28, 2024, carries an ultimate completion date of August 27, 2027, and represents a child award under a larger vehicle. Vector Atomic specializes in the design, development, and manufacture of quantum systems including atomic clocks, inertial measurement units, gravity gradiometers, and photonically-integrated devices that support critical defense and national security applications. The company brings substantial expertise in quantum science and an established track record of federal contracting, with over $120M in prime contract awards across multiple defense and civilian agencies including DARPA, the Office of Naval Research, the Air Force Research Laboratory, and the Missile Defense Agency.
Under this agreement, Vector Atomic will advance the transition of quantum sensor technologies toward operational deployment and production readiness. The contract supports the Defense Department's broader quantum technology strategy by enabling the maturation of quantum sensing capabilities for precision timing, GPS-free navigation, secure communications, and advanced sensing applications. The Other Transaction Agreement structure provides flexibility in contracting mechanisms and is commonly used by DoD for innovative technology development where traditional contract types may be less suitable. Vector Atomic's existing portfolio of quantum sensor programs, including participation in DARPA's Robust Optical Clock Network program and various miniaturized sensor development initiatives, positions the company to effectively execute prototype development and transition activities under this three-year performance period.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract HQ08452490064?
HQ08452490064 was awarded to Vector Atomic Inc. by Office of the Secretary of Defense (Department of Defense) on August 28, 2024.
How much is contract HQ08452490064 worth?
The government has obligated $24,300,000 on HQ08452490064. Its current value, with exercised options, is $26,400,000. Its potential value, with all options, is $31,000,000.
Was contract HQ08452490064 competed?
The extent of competition for HQ08452490064 was competed.
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