What contracts does Defense Threat Reduction Agency award?

Defense Threat Reduction Agency has awarded 6 contracts in the last 12 months, totaling $46,554,695 in obligations across 6 contractors. Top procurement categories include Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology), Custom Computer Programming Services, Other Accounting Services. Browse all contracts .

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What is Defense Threat Reduction Agency's annual contract spend?

Defense Threat Reduction Agency has obligated $46,554,695 in contract awards over the last 12 months. This includes 6 contract actions to 6 unique contractors. The agency currently has 2 active contract opportunities.

What NAICS codes does Defense Threat Reduction Agency use?

Defense Threat Reduction Agency primarily uses the following NAICS codes: 541715 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)), 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), 541219 (Other Accounting Services). These represent the most common industry classifications for contracts awarded by this agency in the last 12 months.

Who are the top contractors for Defense Threat Reduction Agency?

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What set-aside programs does Defense Threat Reduction Agency use?

Defense Threat Reduction Agency uses 10 different set-aside programs, including Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5), 8a Competed, 8(a) Sole Source, and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set Aside. These programs reserve a portion of contracts for qualifying businesses. View the set-aside breakdown on the agency overview.

What does Defense Threat Reduction Agency do?

The Defense Threat Reduction Agency focuses on the research, development, and deployment of technologies to counter chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats. Their strategic priorities center on the development of novel technologies for countering weapons of mass destruction, signal processing for detection systems, and the integration of advanced data analytics to identify and mitigate emerging threats. The agency emphasizes a high degree of scientific innovation, particularly in the physical and life sciences, to maintain a technical advantage in threat detection and response. Procurement patterns are heavily weighted toward professional, scientific, and technical services, with a significant emphasis on research and development. The agency frequently procures specialized services for biotechnology, physical sciences, and computer systems design. Recent activity indicates a focus on the full lifecycle of technology development, ranging from initial proposal and technical volume development to the transition of phase-based research into operational capabilities. Additionally, the agency procures critical infrastructure support, including building automation and cybersecurity compliance assessments. The agency primarily targets NAICS codes associated with scientific research, technical consulting, and computer systems integration. There is a strong preference for small business set-asides, with significant utilization of 8(a) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) vehicles. Vendor relationships are characterized by a mix of high-level R&D partnerships and specialized technical subcontracts for niche engineering and laboratory services. The Defense Threat Reduction Agency operates as a specialized organization within the Department of Defense. Its procurement structure utilizes a variety of vehicles, including solicitations for novel technology and subcontracts for technical support and maintenance. The agency's scope encompasses a broad range of technical requirements, from the manufacturing of analytical laboratory instruments and detection systems to the management of complex computing infrastructure.

How do I find contracts from Defense Threat Reduction Agency?

You can find contracts from Defense Threat Reduction Agency on CLEATUS by visiting the agency's contracts tab. Search and filter by contract type, NAICS code, set-aside, and more. CLEATUS aggregates data from SAM.gov, FPDS, USASpending.gov, and state procurement systems.

How much does Defense Threat Reduction Agency spend on contracts?

In the last 12 months, Defense Threat Reduction Agency has obligated $46,554,695 across 6 contract awards to 6 contractors. The agency currently has 2 active contract opportunities.

What industries does Defense Threat Reduction Agency contract in?

Defense Threat Reduction Agency primarily contracts in the following industries: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (NAICS 541715), (NAICS ), Custom Computer Programming Services (NAICS 541511), Other Accounting Services (NAICS 541219). These NAICS codes represent the most active procurement categories for this agency in the last 12 months.

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Defense Threat Reduction Agency

Federal Government Agency

The Defense Threat Reduction Agency focuses on the research, development, and deployment of technologies to counter chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats. Their strategic priorities center on the development of novel technologies for countering weapons of mass destruction, signal processing for detection systems, and the integration of advanced data analytics to identify and mitigate emerging threats.

Defense Threat Reduction Agency is a government agency with procurement activity across contracts, awards, and contractors. Over the last 12 months, Defense Threat Reduction Agency has obligated $46,554,695, issued 6 awards, and worked with 6 contractors. It currently has 2 open contract opportunities. Procurement is concentrated in Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology), Custom Computer Programming Services, and Other Accounting Services.

Active Contracts

$46.6M

Total Obligations (12mo)

Top

Leadership and vacancies

Senate-confirmed and senior-executive posts at Defense Threat Reduction Agency and its sub-agencies, as published in the OPM Plum Book. These are leadership positions, not total employees.

Source: OPM Plum Book · Last confirmed 09/28/2026

Leadership posts

Filled

Vacant

33% of posts

Acting officials

3 posts · 1 vacant

Posts of Defense Threat Reduction Agency

		Status		Appointment	Pay grade	Salary	Location
Defense Threat Reduction Agency	--	Vacant	--	NA	ES	--	FORT BELVOIR, VA
Defense Threat Reduction Agency	KRISTI CHURCH	Filled	Dec 2024	CA	ES	$195,664	FORT BELVOIR, VA
Defense Threat Reduction Agency	CRAIG MILLER	Filled	Mar 2015	CA	ES	$219,000	FORT BELVOIR, VA

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Top Defense Threat Reduction Agency Contractors

Companies with the highest total award amounts from this agency, ranked by contract value.

Company	Total Awards	Contracts
Mission Research Corporation, 735 State Street, PO Drawer 719, Santa Barbara, CA 93102-0719	$275.0M	1
MediVector, Incorporated 2 International Place, 22nd Floor BOSTON MA 02110-4101 USA	$138.5M	1
Computer Sciences Corporation 3160 Fairview Park Dr. FALLS CHURCH VA 22042 USA	$125.0M	1
Applied Research Associates (ARA) 4300 San Mateo Blvd NE, Suite A-220 ALBUQUERQUE NM 87110 USA	$86.7M	1
A-T Solutions, Inc. 10304 Spotsylvania Avenue, #200 FREDERICKSBURG VA 22408-8607 USA	$68.0M	1
Applied Research Associates, Inc. Albuquerque NM 87110-1295 USA	$46.6M	1
Titan Pulse Sciences Division, 2700 Merced Street, San Leandro, CA 94577	$35.0M	1
SAVANTAGE FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.	$31.8M	1
DynCorp Systems and Solutions LLC 6101 Stevenson Avenue Alexandria, VA 22304-3540	$25.0M	1