What security clearances are typically required for DTRA contracts?

Due to the sensitive nature of counter-proliferation and threat reduction missions, most prime contractors require a Facility Security Clearance (FCL) at the Secret or Top Secret level, with many personnel requiring specialized access.

What types of technical expertise does DTRA prioritize in its solicitations?

DTRA prioritizes expertise in nuclear physics, chemical and biological defense, advanced sensor development, and modeling and simulation software used to predict the impact of hazardous material releases.

How does DTRA approach research and development procurement?

DTRA frequently utilizes Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs) to solicit innovative scientific proposals for emerging threats, often seeking academic institutions and specialized R&D firms to bridge the gap between basic research and field-ready defense applications.

DEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCY · Contracting Office

DEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCY (DTRA)

8 solicitations and awards tracked for this contracting office.

Contracting office8 solicitationsUnder DEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCY

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DEFENSE THREAT

DEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCY

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

About

Acquisition authority and contracting profile of DEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCY (DTRA).

The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) procures specialized technologies and research services to counter chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and high-yield explosive threats. Vendors compete for contracts involving advanced threat detection systems, chemical defense research, nuclear proliferation monitoring, and specialized engineering support for global security operations.

Hierarchy: DEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCY · DEPT OF DEFENSE.

Contracting officers at this office issue solicitations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Vendors must be registered in the federal procurement system with a valid CAGE code to receive awards.

Opportunity activity heatmap (2024-present)

Monthly posted opportunity volume from 2024 onward. Darker = more indexed records.

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