# Diraq to Establish Albuquerque Quantum Lab

Diraq plans to establish a quantum research and development laboratory at Roadrunner Quantum Lab in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with operations expected to begin by the end of 2026. New Mexico matching funds and DARPA’s Quantum Benchmarking Initiative support the expansion, which may create demand for quantum-device testing, characterization, laboratory infrastructure, and technical talent. The announcement identifies no contract value or open solicitation.

- Local suppliers and technical-services firms can assess whether their capabilities align with quantum-device testing, characterization, or lab infrastructure needs; the announcement does not describe a current procurement opportunity.
- Diraq’s role as a Quantum Benchmarking Initiative Stage B performer and the state’s matching funds make the project relevant to businesses tracking public support for quantum R&D in New Mexico.
- Companies should distinguish the expected facility expansion from an active solicitation: no contract value, procurement schedule, or bid process is provided.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Information Technology, Defense & Military
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** October 24, 2026

### Government Entities
- New Mexico Economic Development Department (NM EDD)
- Technology and Innovation Office (TIO)
- Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)

### Vendors
- Diraq (Quantum Benchmarking Initiative Stage B performer)

### Sources
- [Diraq to establish quantum R&D laboratory in New Mexico - NM Economic Development Department](https://edd.newmexico.gov/press-releases/diraq-to-establish-quantum-rd-laboratory-in-new-mexico/) - NM