Enabling higher scale factors in gyroscopes through soft and localized interface-states in microelectomechanical resonators (flash)
Other Transaction IDV Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- HR00112590105
- Awardee
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Northeastern University UEI HLTMVS2JZBS6
- Awarding agency
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Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency
Department of Defense
- Task orders
- 0
Award facts
- Last date to order
- Not on record
- IDV ceiling
- $2,000,000.00
- Contracting staff
- NAICS code
- Not on record
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- Competition
- Competed Program Solicitation
- Pricing
- Other
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
About this IDV
Northeastern University was awarded a multiple-award Other Transaction Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDV) vehicle valued at $2.0 million by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) on February 13, 2025, with no set-aside designation. The contract vehicle supports the FLASH (Enabling Higher Scale Factors in Gyroscopes Through Soft and Localized Interface-States in Microelectromechanical Resonators) program, focusing on advanced microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) technology development. Under this IDV, Northeastern University will conduct research and development activities related to gyroscope performance enhancement through innovative interface-state engineering in MEMS resonators. The Other Transaction (OT) vehicle structure provides flexibility in task order issuance and indefinite quantity and delivery schedules, allowing DARPA to issue individual task orders as research requirements and funding availability evolve throughout the program lifecycle.
As a research institution with extensive capabilities in engineering, materials science, and advanced manufacturing, Northeastern University will leverage its expertise to develop technologies that improve gyroscope scale factors—a critical performance metric for precision navigation and sensing applications relevant to defense priorities. The FLASH program addresses fundamental challenges in MEMS resonator design through soft and localized interface-state engineering approaches. The work performed under this IDV vehicle will likely include theoretical analysis, prototype development, testing and characterization, and potentially fabrication technique refinement to enable the controlled manipulation of interface states in microelectromechanical devices. DARPA's selection of Northeastern as a prime contractor reflects the institution's demonstrated capability in defense research and development, quantum technologies, and materials innovation, positioning it to contribute meaningfully to advancing United States defense capabilities in precision sensing and navigation technologies.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Exercise an Option | $1,000,000 | |
| Funding Only Action | $750,000 | |
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Original award | $250,000 |
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract HR00112590105?
HR00112590105 was awarded to Northeastern University by Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (Department of Defense) on February 13, 2025.
How much is contract HR00112590105 worth?
HR00112590105's own ceiling is $2,000,000.
Was contract HR00112590105 competed?
The extent of competition for HR00112590105 was competed.
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