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WHO WE ARE

Uncovering transformative technology solutions to solve Army problems.The xTech Program hosts Army prize competitions, connecting businesses with Army and DoD experts to build solutions for current problems. Through these competitions, the xTech Program, led by the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology, allows businesses to compete for cash prizes and potential follow-on contracts to accelerate and transition their transformative technology solutions into the Army.

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HISTORY

ABOUT xTECH

xTech connects the Army with businesses through prize competitions, breaking down traditional barriers to working with the Army. Bringing these groups together not only spurs innovation and accelerates technology development for the Army, but provides businesses a unique collaboration opportunity. In addition to cash prizes, businesses are given opportunities to receive follow-on contracts and direct exposure to Army experts and commercial stakeholders – supplying businesses with key networking, education and mentorship opportunities.

xTECH PROGRAM VALUES

Timeliness. Maximize initial cash-flow for non-defense businesses; provide valuable feedback for continuous improvement
Transparency. Clear alignment with Army needs; Build confidence in system
Partnership. Direct technology alignment with ASA(ALT) & Program Executive Office (PEO) priorities; Integration of all stakeholders from the user, R&D and acquisition community into feedback loop
Engagement. Connecting businesses with Army experts in their fields. Engages with Research Laboratories and Engineering Centers, PEOs, Concept Developers and Requirements Community, Reservists and Army leadership.

xTECH BY THE NUMBERS

5

Years of Competitions

$92M

in Contracts Awarded

$19.97M

in Prizes Awarded

4.66K

Submissions

HISTORY

May, 2018

xTECHSEARCH COMPETITION LAUNCH

Initially slated as a single competition, xTechSearch’s inaugural success led to 7 additional xTechSearch competitions from 2018-Present.

May, 2018

March, 2020

xTECH COMPETITIONS ADD ARMY CONTRACT CAPABILITY TO PRIZE OPTIONS

With xTech’s competition and partnerships growing, xTech has transitioned to provide winners with not only cash prizes, but an opportunity for potential follow-on contracts based on the goals and needs of the Army partner.

March, 2020

April, 2020

xTECHCOVID VENTILATOR CHALLENGE

With the critical need for affordable ventilator options in the height of COVID, xTechSearch expanded the program with its first of many new types of competitions. Given the restrictions of in-person events, this also was xTech’s first virtual competition.

April, 2020

May, 2020

xTECHSEARCH EXPANDS TO xTECH PROGRAM

With the development of new xTech competitions, xTechSearch grows into the xTech Program, facilitating numerous types of competitions and opportunities.

May, 2020

March, 2021

xTECH’S FIRST INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION (xTECHGLOBAL AI CHALLENGE)

To enhance the U.S. Department of Defense’s engagements with international small to medium businesses, xTech launched its first international competition, the xTechGlobal Artificial Intelligence (AI) Challenge in London, UK.

March, 2021

September, 2022

xTECH’S FIRST STUDENT COMPETITION (xTECHHBCU STUDENT)

Following a successful xTechHBCU Faculty competition, the xTechHBCU Student competition was launched to encourage broader HBCU engagement with the Army, this time from undergraduate students just beginning their careers in science and technology.

September, 2022

WORKING WITH THE ARMY AND xTECH

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