Award
Award #HR00112590120
Quantum Benchmarking Initiative Contract Awarded to Atom Computing Inc.
Buyer
Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency
Award Amount
$6,000,000.00
Ceiling
$6,000,000.00
Period of Performance
Mar 27, 2025 – Nov 15, 2026
Identifier
HR00112590120
This award represents an indefinite delivery vehicle (IDV) contract with Atom Computing Inc., a company specializing in advanced quantum computing technologies. The contract focuses on the Quantum Benchmarking Initiative (QBI), with the primary objective of evaluating different approaches to quantum computing to determine their potential to achieve practical utility-scale operation by the year 2033. The scope of the contract includes conducting research, development, and benchmarking activities centered on quantum computing systems, with work to be performed in Berkeley, California. This multi-year agreement is significant for advancing the agency's strategic goals in quantum technology, potentially impacting both the industry and public sector by fostering innovation in quantum computing capabilities. The contract was competitively awarded and spans a performance period from early 2025 to late 2026. No subcontractors or original solicitation details are available for inclusion.
Description
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.