We Are CPE

The Capability Program Executive for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense (CPE CBRND) manages our Nation’s investments in chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) defense equipment and medical countermeasures (MCMs).

The CPE CBRND is one of the four components of the Chemical and Biological Defense Program, led by the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Chemical and Biological Defense. While CPE CBRND receives guidance and oversight from the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Chemical and Biological Defense, the organization’s acquisition authority comes from the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology (ASA(ALT)).

Learn more about the Joint Project Management offices for CBRN Protection, CBRN Medical, CBRN Sensors, and CBRN SOF, and the Joint Project Lead offices for CBRND Enabling Biotechnologies and CBRN Integration.

OUR MISSION

Provide integrated layered Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Defense capabilities to the Joint Force across warfighting functions and Combined Joint All-Domain Operations

OUR VISION

A resilient Joint Force enabled to fight and win unencumbered by a chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear environment; championed by innovative, agile, results-oriented acquisition professionals

Partnering Benefits

Work with the CPE CBRND on providing solutions that protect the joint force and the warfighter from weapons of mass destruction. Help us achieve our vision of a resilient joint force that's enabled to fight and win unencumbered by CBRN environments.

Innovative Contracting
Experience

Our Other Transactional Authority (OTA) agreements enable enhanced communications and support.

agile
execution

We face a complex threat environment, so we need the partnership and support of industry and academia to help us innovate.

share your latest
insights with government

The CPE CBRND is eager to learn more about the latest innovations, capabilities and insights to help support the Joint Force.

keep current on the cbrnd
industrial base’s needs

Gain insight into the way ahead for our organization as well as our CBRND partners.

help modernize
the joint force

Help establish and refine the long-term vision for CBRND capabilities.

development at the
speed of relevancy

Help the CPE CBRND tackle the R&D needs on the horizon.

News

Kia Hopkins, CPE CBRND, demonstrates the Analytical Laboratory System (ALS) for Maj. Gen. Christopher Beck and CSM Jorge Arzabala, PAE LP & CBRND as a part of the “survive if hit” portion of formation based layered protection during a visit to CPE CBRND. Photo Credit: Vashelle Nino, CPE CBRND

Portfolio Acquisition Executive makes inaugural visit to CPE CBRND

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Mar. 04, 2026

On Feb. 3, Army Maj. Gen. Christopher Beck, Maneuver Support Center of Excellence and Fort Leonard Wood...
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A man in a camouflage military uniform uses a tool attached to a hose to spray solution on the tire of a large military vehicle, outside in a parking lot with similar vehicles in the background and trees in the distance.

Portable System Reduces Logistical Burden for Decontamination Operations

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Feb. 20, 2026

The Forward Area Mobility Spray System provides special operations forces with a mobile, easy-to-use solution...
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MG Greene Acquisition Award Submissions

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Feb. 19, 2026

Our CPE CBRND subject matter experts developed articles for the MG Greene Acquisition Writing Award program...
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User demonstrates EMBD capability during testing activity

Enhanced Maritime Biological Detection System Provides Biodefense Capability for Sailors in Near-Real Time

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Jan. 28, 2026

It’s full speed ahead for the U.S. Navy’s state-of-the-art capability for detecting biological warfare agents...
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Working SMARTer: JPEO-CBRND Builds Army Acquisition Talent Pipeline

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Nov. 20, 2025

University students can offer the professional workplace new ideas and perspectives uninhibited by learned...
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JPEO-CBRND Hosts Third Annual Safety Day at APG South

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Nov. 19, 2025

The Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense (JPEO-CBRND)...
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