The primary goal of the quantum benchmarking initiative (QBI) is to determine if any approach to quantum computing can achieve utility-scale operation by the year 2033.
Other Transaction IDV Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- HR00112590148
- Awardee
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Google LLC UEI NQV3T7DDKNT6
- 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
- $1,000,000.00
- 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
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) awarded Google LLC a multiple-award Other Transaction Indefinite Delivery Vehicle on August 12, 2025, with a ceiling value of $1,000,000 to support the Quantum Benchmarking Initiative (QBI). This contract vehicle, which includes no small business set-aside, establishes a framework under which DARPA can issue task orders to Google for quantum computing research and development services. The primary objective of QBI is to assess whether any quantum computing approach can achieve utility-scale operational capability by 2033, representing a critical evaluation of near-term quantum technology viability and commercial potential. As the prime contractor, Google LLC will leverage its advanced technological capabilities and expertise in artificial intelligence and cloud computing infrastructure to support DARPA's quantum benchmarking assessments and evaluation methodologies.
Under this Other Transaction IDV, Google will provide technical services, research support, and infrastructure necessary to conduct comprehensive benchmarking activities that measure and compare quantum computing performance across different technological approaches and implementations. The Other Transaction authority provides DARPA with procurement flexibility to structure task orders addressing specific quantum benchmarking requirements, performance metrics, and validation protocols. This vehicle enables iterative engagement with Google as QBI activities evolve and new benchmarking methodologies are established. The contract's structure allows DARPA to efficiently manage ongoing quantum computing research activities while maintaining the contractual flexibility necessary to adapt benchmarking standards and evaluation frameworks in response to technological developments in the rapidly advancing quantum computing sector.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Original award | $1,000,000 |
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract HR00112590148?
HR00112590148 was awarded to Google LLC by Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (Department of Defense) on August 12, 2025.
How much is contract HR00112590148 worth?
HR00112590148's own ceiling is $1,000,000.
Was contract HR00112590148 competed?
The extent of competition for HR00112590148 was competed.
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