Amentum Secures Key Role in $3.5B Global Anti-WMD Initiative

CHANTILLY, VA – December 11, 2025 – Engineering and technology giant Amentum has secured a coveted prime contractor position on a $3.5 billion, decade-long Pentagon contract aimed at reducing the global threat of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) weapons. The company is one of six firms selected for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency’s (DTRA) Cooperative Threat Reduction Integrating Contract (CTRIC) IV, a cornerstone of U.S. efforts to help partner nations prevent, detect, and respond to the world’s most dangerous weapons.

This significant award places Amentum at the forefront of a critical international security mission, where it will compete for task orders to provide everything from advanced risk assessment and technological solutions to on-the-ground training and logistics. The contract underscores a global pivot towards proactive, cooperative defense in an era of complex and evolving threats.

A Legacy of Leadership in Threat Reduction

While the CTRIC IV award marks a new chapter, it builds upon a deep-seated partnership between Amentum and the DTRA. The Chantilly-based firm was not just a participant but the dominant performer under the predecessor contract, CTRIC III. Since 2018, Amentum captured approximately $505 million in task orders, representing nearly 65% of the total funds obligated under that vehicle. This track record establishes the company as a proven and trusted incumbent, poised to continue its central role in the agency's mission.

The 10-year Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) contract structure ensures that Amentum will continue to prove its value by competing for individual projects against a field of highly capable peers.

"Amentum remains steadfast in our mission to protect and preserve global security by delivering expertise in engineering, logistics, and program management,” said Mark Whitney, president of Amentum’s Energy & Environment business, in a statement. “We will deploy advanced technologies, advanced risk assessment, and mitigation planning to build sustainable local programs that raise resilience."

This focus on sustainability is key to the CTR program's philosophy. The goal is not merely to provide temporary aid but to empower partner nations with the enduring infrastructure, skills, and protocols needed to manage CBRN threats independently, strengthening the entire global security network.

The Technological Edge in a High-Stakes Arena

The work under CTRIC IV goes far beyond simple procurement. It involves a complex integration of high-level engineering, specialized science, and sophisticated program management designed to counter threats at their source. Amentum will be tasked with deploying innovative solutions across DTRA’s core mission areas, including the Chemical Security and Elimination Program, the Global Nuclear Security Program, and the Proliferation Prevention Program.

This translates into tangible, real-world projects: securing vulnerable nuclear materials, helping nations safely dismantle chemical weapon stockpiles, reinforcing border security to interdict WMD trafficking, and building robust public health laboratories to detect and respond to emerging biological threats. Amentum's extensive experience in nuclear security and deterrence, which includes everything from design engineering to regulatory compliance and decommissioning, aligns directly with the radiological and nuclear components of the contract.

Furthermore, success in this arena increasingly depends on a digital advantage. The integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning for faster, more accurate threat detection is a growing priority. Advanced data analytics can help predict proliferation pathways, while unmanned systems offer new capabilities for reconnaissance in hazardous environments. Amentum's global logistics and supply chain management organization will also play a critical role, ensuring that specialized equipment and resources can be delivered securely and efficiently to remote locations across the globe.

A Crowded Field for a Critical Mission

Amentum is not alone in this multi-billion-dollar endeavor. The DTRA selected a strong cohort of five other prime contractors to share the CTRIC IV contract ceiling, ensuring a competitive environment for the next decade. The other awardees include industry heavyweights Black & Veatch Special Projects, Fluor Intercontinental, Jacobs Government Services, Parsons Government Services, and V2X Inc. With seven companies originally bidding for the contract, the selection process highlights the specialized expertise required for this work.

This competitive structure allows the DTRA to draw from a diverse pool of innovation while driving cost-effectiveness. The $3.5 billion contract value reflects the significant investment the U.S. and its allies are making in CBRN defense, a market that continues to expand. Industry analyses estimate the global CBRN defense market was valued between $17 billion and $22 billion in 2024, with projections showing steady growth to over $30 billion by the early 2030s.

This growth is fueled by heightened geopolitical tensions, increased defense spending, and a persistent focus on preparing for high-impact, low-probability events. For Amentum, securing a prime spot on CTRIC IV not only guarantees a long-term revenue pipeline but also solidifies its position as a market leader in one of the most critical sectors of the government services industry.

Countering Evolving Threats on a Global Scale

The CTRIC IV program operates against a backdrop of complex and dynamic global security challenges. The threat of WMD proliferation has evolved significantly from its Cold War origins. Today, concerns include not only the ambitions of state actors but also the potential for non-state terrorist groups to acquire and use CBRN materials. The rise of dual-use technologies, particularly in biotechnology, has lowered the barrier to entry for developing biological agents, making international oversight more challenging than ever.

International cooperation is the only viable strategy to mitigate these trans-border threats. The CTR program, facilitated by contracts like CTRIC IV, is a practical extension of foundational arms control treaties like the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC). It moves from policy to practice, providing the resources and expertise needed to turn international agreements into verifiable realities on the ground.

The recent COVID-19 pandemic served as a stark, global-scale reminder of the devastation a biological event can cause and highlighted the critical need for robust public health infrastructure and civil-military cooperation. A significant portion of the work under CTRIC IV is dedicated to strengthening this very resilience, enhancing the ability of partner nations to detect and contain disease outbreaks—whether natural or man-made—before they can become global crises. By bolstering the capabilities of allies, the program creates a layered defense that enhances security for the United States and the world.