Astrotech subsidiary awarded $1.29M DHS contract for TRACER 1000 explosives detection R&D

ASTROTECH Corp

1st Detect Corp awarded DHS R&D contract for next-gen explosives trace detection using TRACER 1000.
Total potential value $1,290,650 over 30 months; Phase 1 firm $581,639, Phase 2 optional $709,011.
Contract supports DHS BAA 18-01 to develop ETD capabilities against evolving threats.
CEO Tom Pickens highlights Tracer 1000 DHS evaluation and commitment to aviation security.

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