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HQ0854-26-F-E035: $1.7M Missile Defense Agency Award to Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory
The contractor shall perform the work specified in the statement of work (sow) or other attachments and exhibits in section j of this task order.. Contracting activity: MISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY (MDA). Estimated completion: 2027-10-02.
$1.7M contract action / $4.3M cumulative ceiling / Sole-source / 2027-10-02 completion / HQ0854 MISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY (MDA)
1. Contract Summary & Primary Sources
| Contract Number (PIID) | HQ0854-26-F-E035 (unhyphenated: HQ085426FE035) · Parent Vehicle: HQ0854-22-D-0001 |
|---|---|
| Prime Contractor (Awardee) |
Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory
(Utah)
FY2024-FY2026 Federal Defense Portfolio: $564.4M obligated across 125 contracts
|
| Obligated Amount | $1,711,323 ($1.7M) |
| Cumulative Face Value / Ceiling | USAspending Base IDV Ceiling: $4,296,761 |
| USAspending / FPDS Obligation History | Base Record Obligated: $1,711,323 (signed 2026-04-03, latest FPDS action 2026-04-03) · 15 Issued Delivery/Task Order(s) totaling $94,298,157 |
| Awarding Branch / Agency | Missile Defense Agency |
| Contracting Command & DoDAAC | HQ0854: MISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY (MDA) |
| Competition & Contract Structure | SOLE-SOURCE · Delivery Order / Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee (CPFF) |
| Product / Service & Industry Codes | PSC AC13 (National Defense R&D Services; Department Of Defense - Military; Experimental Development) · NAICS 541715 (Research And Development In The Physical, Engineering, And Life Sciences (Except Nanotechnology And Biotechnology)) |
| Work Locations & Funding | Primary Place of Performance: Utah |
| Estimated Completion Date | 2027-10-02 |
| Verified Primary Sources |
2. Verbatim Announcement & Scope Breakdown
USAspending / FPDS Transaction Description (Contract HQ085426FE035)
The contractor shall perform the work specified in the statement of work (sow) or other attachments and exhibits in section j of this task order.
3. Subcontractor, Supply Chain & Capture Intelligence
For Tier-2 / Tier-3 Subcontractors & Suppliers
Subcontracting & Material Supply Window
- Prime Awardee: Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory
- Delivery Runway: Active through 2027-10-02
- Requirement Scope: The contractor shall perform the work specified in the statement of work (sow) or other attachments and exhibits in section j of this task order.
- Federal Supply Class: PSC AC13 (National Defense R&D Services; Department Of Defense - Military; Experimental Development)
- BD Action: Reference Prime Contract HQ0854-26-F-E035 when contacting Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory Supply Chain / Small Business Liaison Officer.
For Competing Primes & Capture Managers
Buying Command & Recompete Posture
- Buying Command: HQ0854 (MISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY (MDA))
- Acquisition Method: SOLE-SOURCE
- FOIA Jurisdiction: OSD/Joint Staff FOIA Requester Service Center (WHS ESD) (fallback; use FOIA.gov to route) (whs.mc-alex.esd.mbx.osd-js-foia-requester-service-center@mail.mil)
- Capture Action: Request the FAR 6.303 Sole-Source Justification & Approval (J&A) and Section C SOW below to inspect the government's technical rationale and qualify for future orders.
Issued Task & Delivery Orders under HQ0854-26-F-E035 (15 shown, $94.3M obligated)
| Order PIID | Obligated | Awardee | Start / Latest Action | End Date | Order Scope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HQ085422F0065 | $23.5M | Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory | 2022-09-28 / 2026-02-25 | 2028-09-27 | Future operationally resilient ground evolution(forge) mission data processing(mdp) open repository and code escrow(force): forge will achieve a modern and open architecture for strategic warning acquisition delta (snw) ground capabilities. |
| HQ085422F0031 | $12.6M | Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory | 2022-04-23 / 2026-04-27 | 2028-03-25 | Research and development labor only |
| HQ085425F0005 | $9.7M | Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory | 2024-11-27 / 2026-05-12 | 2026-09-30 | Research and development labor only |
| HQ085422F0039 | $8.8M | Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory | 2022-05-16 / 2026-04-10 | 2028-11-15 | Mda/gm technical direction agent (tda) team support |
| HQ085422F0066 | $7.2M | Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory | 2022-09-29 / 2026-04-10 | 2027-02-28 | Research and development labor only |
| HQ085422F0020 | $6.3M | Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory | 2022-03-16 / 2026-03-31 | 2029-03-30 | Research and development labor only |
| HQ085422F0009 | $4.5M | Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory | 2022-01-10 / 2026-04-03 | 2026-11-30 | Other direct cost |
| HQ085422F0005 | $4.5M | Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory | 2021-11-23 / 2026-04-30 | 2027-11-30 | Research and development |
| HQ085422F0017 | $3.7M | Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory | 2022-02-23 / 2024-09-18 | 2024-11-30 | Research and development labor only |
| HQ085422F0026 | $3.2M | Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory | 2022-03-31 / 2025-08-01 | 2029-03-29 | Research and development |
| HQ085424F0007 | $2.3M | Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory | 2024-03-18 / 2026-04-01 | 2026-09-30 | Research and development labor only |
| HQ085422F0021 | $2.3M | Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory | 2022-04-01 / 2026-05-28 | 2026-06-15 | Research and development labor only |
| HQ085422F0013 | $2.0M | Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory | 2022-01-31 / 2025-12-23 | 2027-05-31 | Research and development labor only |
| HQ085422F0004 | $1.8M | Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory | 2021-12-23 / 2026-04-21 | 2028-11-22 | The purpose of this task order is to provide uarc subject matter expertise to the mda engineering directorate. |
| HQ085424F0015 | $1.6M | Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory | 2024-09-05 / 2024-12-19 | 2026-12-10 | Research and development labor only |
Tier-2 Subcontract Reporting Status (FAR 52.204-10): Prime contractors report first-tier subcontracts of $30,000 or more to the Federal Subaward Reporting System (FSRS) by the end of the month following subcontract award. Under DFARS 252.219-7003, prime awards exceeding $750,000 ($1.5M for construction) carry mandatory small-business subcontracting plans. Component and subsystem suppliers should contact Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory Supply Chain / Small Business Liaison referencing contract HQ0854-26-F-E035.
Recent Contract Actions from Buying Office HQ0854 (MISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY (MDA))
| Date | Contract (PIID) | Prime Contractor | Amount | Completion | Scope Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-09 | HQ0854-26-C-E002 | - | $29.8M | - | Chugach Pacific Services wins $29.8M contract. Missile Defense Agency $2.1M obligated now small business. |
| 2026-03-20 | HQ0854-22-D-0001 | Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory | $414.0M | Nov 22, 2031 | Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory gets $414.0M modification for technical and analytical support to the Missile Defense Agency... |
| 2026-02-19 | HQ0854-26-D-E002 | Gray Analytics | $59.5M | Oct 18, 2027 | Gray Analytics wins $59.5M contract for an indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract with a maximum amount of $59,525,000. Missile De... |
| 2026-02-11 | HQ0854-26-D-E004 | PeopleTec | $48.1M | - | PeopleTec wins $48.10M contract for a single award indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract. MDA $450K obligated now. |
Other Recent Department of War Awards to Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory
| Date | Contract (PIID) | Branch | Amount | Completion | Scope Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-20 | HQ0854-22-D-0001 | Missile Defense Agency | $414.0M | Nov 22, 2031 | Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory gets $414.0M modification for technical and analytical support to the Missile Defense Agency... |
4. Underlying Contract Files (Section B Pricing & Section C Statement of Work)
Document Status: Not yet on file. The government publishes the award notice and obligation record above, but does not post the underlying Section C Statement of Work (SOW), Section B line-item pricing schedule (CLINs), or Sole-Source Justification & Approval (J&A) online.
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