L3Harris Technologies to supply more tactical radios to US Special Operations Command.

The U.S. Department of Defense on January 3 announced that L3Harris Technologies Inc., Rochester, New York, was awarded a single award, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity, firm-fixed-price contract, with seven one-year ordering periods, and a potential maximum value of $479,000,000 for the continued procurement of next-generation tactical communications radios and associated sustainment and support services as required in support of U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM).
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The tactical radios provided by L3Harris are expected to adhere to stringent military specifications, including security and encryption standards, to ensure secure and reliable communication in critical operations (Picture source: L3Harris)

Fiscal 2024 procurement funds for $2,515,260 are being obligated at the time of award. This contract shall result in delivery orders funded with valid procurement, operations, and maintenance funding, and research, development, testing, and evaluation funding as appropriate. This contract was awarded under the Competition in Contracting Act exception to full and open competition as implemented by Federal Acquisition Regulation 6.302-1. USSOCOM, MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, is the contracting activity.

The tactical radios provided by L3Harris are expected to adhere to stringent military specifications, including security and encryption standards, to ensure secure and reliable communication in critical operations. The company's ability to maintain compliance with these standards is a critical aspect of its continued partnership with military organizations.

L3Harris is also likely to utilize its existing expertise and infrastructure in radio technology and production to fulfill the contract efficiently. They may leverage their previous experience in developing and manufacturing similar equipment for military applications, ensuring that the radios meet the required specifications and performance standards.

To date, USSOCOM and L3Harris have produced tens of thousands of Next Generation Tactical Communications (NGTC) systems, which include the Falcon IV AN/PRC-167 manpack and AN/PRC-163 handheld, to connect and empower SOF throughout their missions.

To date, USSOCOM and L3Harris have produced tens of thousands of Next Generation Tactical Communications (NGTC) systems, which include the Falcon IV AN/PRC-167 manpack and AN/PRC-163 handheld, to connect and empower SOF throughout their missions (Picture source: L3Harris)

The tactical radios provided by L3Harris are expected to adhere to stringent military specifications, including security and encryption standards, to ensure secure and reliable communication in critical operations (Picture source: L3Harris)

Defense News January 2024