xTech|Apex Intercept
The U.S. Army is seeking low-cost interceptor solutions from small, medium, and large businesses.
The U.S. Army seeks innovative, low-cost interceptor solutions to augment the current PATRIOT Air and Missile Defense mission against Air Breathing Threats (ABT), Cruise Missiles, Close-Range Ballistic Missiles (CRBM) and Short -Range Ballistic Missiles (SRBM). This challenge is open to eligible small, medium and large businesses in the U.S. and allied foreign countries.
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| Sponsoring agency | United States Army |
| Start date | 7/07/2026 10:00 AM ET |
| End date | 7/24/2026 5:00 PM ET |
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| Prizes | Cash prize: $8,000,000 |
| Contact | usarmy.pentagon.hqda-asa-alt.mbx.xtechsearch@army.mil |
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These federal prize competitions are conducted pursuant to the America COMPETES Reauthorization Act of 2010, as amended by the American Innovation and Competitiveness Act of 2017. For complete rules, eligibility requirements, and terms and conditions, please visit the hosting agency's competition page.
LAST UPDATED: July 8, 2026
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