# Carahsoft Expands Public-Sector Quantum Access

On November 9, 2026, IonQ and Carahsoft announced a distribution partnership that gives public-sector buyers access to IonQ quantum computing, networking, sensing, and security offerings through Carahsoft’s reseller network and existing contract vehicles. Separately, Carahsoft is distributing PQSecure post-quantum cryptography products through cooperative purchasing contracts. These arrangements establish purchasing routes, not new agency awards: the signals identify no new solicitation, agency-specific purchase, or contract value for either distribution offering. IonQ’s separately reported federal work includes $7.5 million in Air Force Research Laboratory follow-on funding and a DARPA initiative agreement worth up to $300 million.

- Agencies and integrators can assess IonQ offerings through applicable GSA Schedules and NASA SEWP routes; Maryland integrators may also evaluate the CATS+ framework, confirming vehicle eligibility, scope, and any DoIT technical-validation requirements before pursuing task orders.
- Carahsoft’s PQSecure listings provide additional purchasing routes through TIPS, OMNIA Partners, and E&I Cooperative. Buyers and contractors can assess product validation and deployment fit for post-quantum cryptography needs.
- Federal migration deadlines cited for quantum-resistant key establishment are December 31, 2030, and for digital signatures, December 31, 2031. Agencies and contractors supporting those transitions can use these dates to inform product and deployment planning.

**Jurisdictions:** federal, sled
**Industries:** Information Technology, Defense & Military
**Topics:** Contracting Vehicles, Digital Infrastructure, Cybersecurity
**Published:** November 11, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. federal agencies
- Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL)
- Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)
- General Services Administration (GSA)
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

### Vendors
- IonQ (Provider of quantum computing, networking, sensing, and security offerings)
- Carahsoft (Distributor providing access through reseller networks and existing contract vehicles)
- PQSecure Technologies (Provider of post-quantum cryptography software, hardware IP, and root-of-trust products)

### Key Quotes
> Together with our reseller partners, we look forward to simplifying procurement, fostering collaboration across the Government technology ecosystem and helping Public Sector organizations explore how quantum innovation can strengthen national security, mission resilience and the nation’s technological leadership.
> — Alex Whitworth, Program Executive for Quantum Solutions at Carahsoft

### Sources
- [How Could IonQ (IONQ) Change Its Government Reach With This New Partnership? - Simply Wall St News](https://simplywall.st/stocks/us/semiconductors/nyse-ionq/ionq/news/how-could-ionq-ionq-change-its-government-reach-with-this-ne) - Simply Wall St
- [How Could IonQ (IONQ) Change Its Government Reach With This New Partnership? - Simply Wall St News](https://simplywall.st/stocks/us/semiconductors/nyse-ionq/ionq/news/how-could-ionq-ionq-change-its-government-reach-with-this-ne/amp) - Simply Wall St
- [IonQ and Carahsoft Partner to Bring Quantum Solutions to the Public Sector 

Carahsoft will distribute IonQ's quantum technologies to government agencies, supporting procurement through its reseller network and contract vehicles.

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