Third Wave Systems, Inc.
Eden Prairie, MN
- UEI
- N9AQJLAWNAF4
- CAGE
- 1TDU1
- Primary NAICS
- 541511 Custom Computer Programming Services
- SAM.gov registration
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Company facts
- FY2025 rankings
- Self-certified in SAM.gov
- Entity structure
- Corporate Entity (Not Tax Exempt)
- Other NAICS codes in SAM.gov
- SAM.gov registration date
- Physical address
- 6475 City W Pkwy, Eden Prairie, MN 55344, USA
- Website
- thirdwavesys.com
- Founded
- 1993
- Employees
- 11-50
- Estimated annual revenue
- $1M-$10M
- Industry
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- Information Technology
- Software & Services
- Internet Software & Services
- SIC code
- 73 Business Services
- Profiles
Registration and certifications come from SAM.gov and the SBA; company details from public web sources. Updated .
Contract obligations by fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Obligated |
|---|---|
| FY2027 To date | $0 |
| FY2026 | $0 |
| FY2025 | $6,205,850 |
| FY2024 | $0 |
| FY2023 | $15,185,647 |
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About the company
Third Wave Systems, Inc. is a small business located in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, specializing in advanced digital engineering, modeling, and simulation services primarily for aerospace and materials research. The company focuses on developing innovative technologies and solutions for optimizing manufacturing processes, with a particular emphasis on advanced machining techniques for metallic and composite materials. Registered in SAM.gov since 2002, Third Wave Systems has established itself as a key player in the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program, working closely with federal agencies to advance technological capabilities in manufacturing and materials science.
The company has secured multiple prime federal contract awards from the Air Force and Air Force Research Laboratory, consistently focusing on advanced modeling and optimization of manufacturing processes. These contracts, totaling over $22 million, have covered diverse research areas including digital engineering workforce development, adaptive modeling for low-cost titanium machining, and optimization of carbon/carbon and polymer matrix composites production. The contracts are predominantly awarded through the SBIR Program Phase II and Phase III actions, with set-aside designations primarily for small businesses. Third Wave Systems has demonstrated expertise in developing physics-guided machine learning frameworks for machining processes, with contract values ranging from $50,000 to $15.1 million and performance periods extending through December 2028.
In terms of grant-related work, Third Wave Systems has collaborated closely with the University of Tennessee on sub-grant awards focused on developing advanced modeling frameworks. The grant work primarily involves project management, developing physics-guided machine learning (PGML) frameworks, coordinating data collection and labeling, and implementing these frameworks on test and full-scale parts. These collaborative efforts underscore the company's commitment to advancing computational modeling techniques and supporting research initiatives that can potentially transform manufacturing processes across aerospace and other high-precision industries.
SBA capabilities narrative
Third Wave Systems provides material-based, machining modeling software and services used by Fortune 500 aerospace, automotive, and cutting tool companies to optimize traditional and state-of-the-art high speed machining processes.
Quick answers
Is Third Wave Systems, Inc. registered in SAM.gov?
Yes. Third Wave Systems, Inc.'s SAM.gov registration is active through October 7, 2027.
What is Third Wave Systems, Inc.'s CAGE code?
Third Wave Systems, Inc.'s CAGE code is 1TDU1, and its Unique Entity ID (UEI) is N9AQJLAWNAF4.
How much has Third Wave Systems, Inc. received in federal contracts?
Federal contracts obligated $6,205,850 to Third Wave Systems, Inc. in fiscal year 2025 and $21,391,497 in fiscal years 2023 through 2027.
How does Third Wave Systems, Inc. rank among federal contractors?
Third Wave Systems, Inc. ranked #63 in PSC AC32 in FY2025.
What is Third Wave Systems, Inc.'s most recent federal award?
Third Wave Systems, Inc.'s most recent federal contract award is Digital engineering enabled workforce development (FA860425CB010), from AFLCMC Wright Patterson AFB, on April 16, 2025.
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