Award
Definitive Contract #80NSSC26C0052
Definitive Contract for Quantum Dot Photonic Circuits with Aeluma, Inc.
Buyer
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Award Amount
$849,863.00
Ceiling
$849,863.00
Awarded
June 03, 2026
Period of Performance
Jun 03, 2026 – Jun 02, 2028
Identifier
80NSSC26C0052
NAICS
541715
This definitive contract has been awarded to Aeluma, Inc., a company specializing in advanced photonic technologies, to develop Quantum Dot Photonic Integrated Circuits on Silicon. The contract supports cutting-edge research and development in photonics, a key area for advancing optical computing and communications. Covering a multi-year period, the work includes designing, fabricating, and testing integrated circuits that leverage quantum dot technology to enhance performance and efficiency on silicon platforms. This contract represents a significant investment in innovative photonic solutions likely to benefit both government research objectives and the broader technology industry. The award was made through a competitive process to secure specialized expertise, with work performed in Goleta, California. The contract spans a two-year timeline, ensuring focused progress on key deliverables related to quantum photonics integration.
Description
T8.07-1034 QPICS: QUANTUM DOT PHOTONIC INTEGRATED CIRCUITS ON SILICON