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  • The next option decision is due by Sep 29, 2027. If the agency declines it, the recompete comes sooner than Sep 29, 2028.
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Incumbent
CORTEX DYNAMIX LLC
Small business · UEI GBLBY7NNTH37
Recompete expected (last option ends)
Sep 29, 2028
Current option period ends
Sep 29, 2027
Potential value
$1.7M ($1.2M obligated)
NAICS
541715 · Research And Development In The Physical, Engineering, And Life Sciences (Except Nanotechnology And Biotechnology)
PSC
AC15 · National Defense R&D Svcs; Department Of Defense - Military; R&D Facilities & Maj Equip
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Small Business Set Aside - Total
Vehicle
Standalone contract
Award type
Definitive Contract
Place of performance
TX
Solicitation ID
HR001120S2401
PIID
HR001125CE059

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Source: USAspending.gov prime award summary (FPDS), last modified Apr 2, 2026. Periods of performance change when options are exercised or the contract is modified; confirm on the source record before acting.