# BigBear.ai Secures Federal AI Contracts

BigBear.ai reported more than $225 million in new federal AI contracts in Q3 2026 while recording a $91.9 million net loss for the quarter. The reported work includes exposure to AI and counter-drone programs, but the signal identifies no specific agencies, solicitations, or contract numbers. For procurement professionals and potential teaming partners, the contract growth is relevant alongside questions about the company’s financial capacity to deliver and convert its work into sustained performance.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Information Technology, Defense & Military
**Topics:** Artificial Intelligence
**Published:** November 14, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. federal government

### Vendors
- BigBear.ai (awardee)

### Sources
- [BigBear.ai (NASDAQ: BBAI) Swings To A $91.9 Million Quarterly Loss Even As Federal AI Contracts Surpass $225 Million](https://www.foreignpolicyjournal.com/2026/11/14/bigbear-ai-nasdaq-bbai-swings-to-a-91-9-million-quarterly-loss-even-as-federal-ai-contracts-surpass-225-million) - Foreign Policy Journal