Request for Information (RFI) Special Notice Quantum Timing Technology

The Office of the Undersecretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (OUSD(R&E)) - Office of the Principal Director of Quantum Science is planning a trilateral test of quantum timing technology under the Australia-UK-US (AUKUS) partnership. Washington Headquarters Services Acquisition Directorate (WHS/AD) seeks to identify quantum timing technologies geared specifically toward defense applications and near-term platform integration.

The goal of this RFI is to identify existing quantum timing technology with the potential for platform integration that can be available for the May 2025 test in Washington, D.C. We will investigate the environmental sensitivity of selected participating prototype clocks to provide additional information into the modelling and simulation efforts. These environmental tests will provide information necessary to plan for integration into platforms for future demonstrations of AUKUS quantum-enhanced PNT technology.

These environmental tests will include operation under changes in temperature, humidity, and orientation, with the option of including a dynamic orientation test to mimic challenges of maritime environments.