# Federal Agencies Advance Quantum Readiness

Federal agencies are moving from quantum-computing planning toward implementation of post-quantum cryptography, with NIST standards, executive orders, and an OMB implementation memo driving migration of legacy systems. The work could create demand for cryptographic inventories, data-lifetime assessments, crypto-agile modernization, and quantum-sensing applications, but the signals identify no specific solicitation, contract, funding amount, or procurement contact.

- Contractors can align relevant capabilities with the identified work areas, particularly cryptographic inventories, data-lifetime assessments, and modernization of legacy systems for crypto agility.
- Procurement teams can use the shift from planning to execution to identify agency needs for post-quantum migration and quantum-related capabilities; no specific acquisition or funding commitment is announced.
- NIST, OMB, and federal agencies are central to the standards and implementation context. The signal cites no implementation deadlines.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Information Technology
**Topics:** Cybersecurity, Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 29, 2026

### Government Entities
- Federal agencies
- National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
- Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

### Vendors
- CGI Federal ()

### Key Quotes
> We have to migrate to new cryptologic standards. We have to protect the data that we need to protect today. And the clock is ticking.
> — Victor Foulk, Vice President of Emerging Technology at CGI Federal

### Sources
- [
        Federal agencies are already making decisions about quantum computing - Federal News Network](https://federalnewsnetwork.com/podcast/federal-drive-with-terry-gerton-podcast/federal-agencies-are-already-making-decisions-about-quantum-computing) - Federal News Network
- [
        Federal agencies are already making decisions about quantum computing - Federal News Network](https://federalnewsnetwork.com/technology-main/2026/09/federal-agencies-are-already-making-decisions-about-quantum-computing) - Federal News Network