L3Harris Technologies Inc. is one of the largest defense contractors in the United States. The company provides system integration solutions in defense, space, civil government, and cybersecurity markets, aiming to strengthen the nation’s security in and out of the homeland. Take a look at the top L3 Harris government contracts in 2022.

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1. ACC Grants an Award to Modernize Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System

Contracting activity: U.S. Army
Contract type: Hybrid (cost-plus-fixed-fee and firm-fixed-price) contracts
Value: $6.11 billion
Contract date: March 25, 2022

L3Harris Technologies and Thales Defense and Security won the award to modernize the Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System (SINCGARS) radios according to the crypto modernization requirements of the National Security Agency. SINCGARS is a combat-net radio used by the U.S. military and allied forces to send and receive data through simple connections and data terminal tools.

As the contracting activity, the U.S. Army Contracting Command in Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, determines work locations and funding for each order. The estimated completion date of the project is on March 24, 2032.

2. NAVWAR Finalizes Contract for the Procurement of Portable Radios and Ancillary Parts Program

Contracting activity: U.S. Navy
Contract type: Indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity, firm-fixed-price contract
Value: $3.69 billion
Contract date: February 28, 2022

The Naval Information Warfare Systems Command awards L3Harris Technologies with an IDIQ contract to procure and deploy portable radios and ancillary parts. The scope of work includes the procurement of handheld, manpack, vehicle-mounted and base-mounted devices approved by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations.

L3Harris Technologies will receive funding from the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps during each delivery order. Work performance occurs in the company’s corporate office in Rochester, New York, with a possible completion date of February 2027.

3. USSOCOM Contracts for Armed Overwatch Support in Aircraft Procurement

Contracting activity: U.S. Special Operations Command
Contract type: Indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract (IDIQ)
Value: $3 billion (maximum ceiling value)
Contract date: July 31, 2022

L3 Communications Integrated Systems secures an IDIQ contract to support the Armed Overwatch by the U.S. Special Operations Command in MacDill Air Force Base, Florida. The contract award includes the procurement of up to 75 aircraft, providing affordable and sustainable crewed aircraft systems for close air support precision strike, and logistics support..

The contract is a mix of firm-fixed-price, cost-plus-fixed-fee, time and materials, and cost reimbursement no-fee. Project performance commences in Greenville, Texas, with funding of $170 million for the research, development, test, and evaluation; and procurement at the time of the award. If all options are exercised, the end performance period is in July 2029.

4. ACC Finalizes the Contract for the Sustainment of the Common Data Link Satellite Communications Program

Contracting activity: U.S. Army
Contract type: Cost-plus-fixed-fee contract
Value: $886.53 million
Contract date: September 23, 2022

The U.S. Army Contracting Command has awarded L3 Technologies Communication Systems a contract for the sustainment of the Common Data Link (CDL) satellite communications program. Work locations and funding are determined with each order, with an estimated completion date of September 22, 2032.

CDL was established by the Department of Defense (DoD) in 1991 as a jamming-resistant backbone protocol for SIGNT and imagery intelligence. It is designed to provide the U.S. armed forces and intelligence community with real-time downlink secure transmission and uplink control of sensor payloads.

5. MCSC Signs a Deal to Purchase Multi-Channel Handheld Radios, Vehicle Installation Kits, and Accessories

Contracting activity: Marine Corps Systems Command
Contract type: Firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract
Value: $750 million
Contract date: January 26, 2022

L3Harris is responsible for purchasing multi-channel handheld (MCHH) radios, vehicle installation kits (VIK), and accessories for the Marine Corps Systems Command. MCHH VIK offers integration of amplifiers, antennas, and mounts for the deployment of the MCHH into a High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle and Joint Light Tactical Vehicle. The award replaces outdated handheld systems used by the National Security Agency.

The 10-year contract has a base period of five years and options of another five years. Work performance commences in Rochester, New York, estimated for completion by January 2032. Funding of an estimated $1.13 million from the Marine Corps procurement funds of fiscal 2022 is obligated at the time of the award.

6. USSOCOM Continues the IDIQ Contract to Purchase SOF’s Tactical Communications Next Generation Manpack

Contracting activity: U.S. Special Operations Command
Contract type: Modification to an existing IDIQ
Value: $297.20 million
Contract date: February 11, 2022

The U.S. Special Operations Command continues an IDIQ with L3Harris Technologies to purchase Special Operations Forces Tactical Communications Next Generation Manpack (STC NGMP) Radio System, radios, and ancillary equipment. The majority of the work commences in Rochester, New York. Maximum contract ceiling value increases from $255 million to $552 million, with no funds obligated at the time of the award.

The contract replaces USSOCOM’s existing radio communications systems, such as the AN/PRC-117F, PRC 117G, and AN/PRC-150, with more advanced AN/PRC 167 radios and ancillary equipment. With the new radio systems equipped with embedded communications security, USSOCOM’s commando teams can communicate on 30-2,600 MHz frequencies.

7. NAVSEA Awards a Hybrid Contract for Shipboard Panoramic Electro-Optic/Infrared Program

Contracting activity: U.S. Navy
Contract type: Cost-plus-incentive-fee, cost-reimbursement, firm-fixed-price, cost-plus-fixed-fee, and fixed-price incentive (firm target) contract
Value: $205.90 million
Contract date: April 26, 2022

L3Harris Technologies Systems Company secures a deal to provide engineering, manufacturing, and development services for the Shipboard Panoramic Electro-Optic/Infrared (SPEIR) Program. Work for the project performs in various locations across the U.S. If all options are exercised, the project is set for completion by March 2031, setting the contract’s cumulative value to $593.05 million.

The SPEIR program improves the threat surveillance capabilities of naval vessels with electro-optical and infrared sensors. The U.S. Navy uses the program to equip Aegis vehicles such as the DDG-51 Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers and the CG-47 Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruise ships with SPEIR systems.

8. Space Systems Center Awards MOSSAIC’s Maintenance and Modernization for the Third Year

Contracting activity: Space Systems Center Directorate of Contracting
Contract type: Modification to the contract
Value: $117.25 million
Contract date: January 28, 2022

L3Harris Technologies is approved to exercise its contract with U.S. Space Force for the third option year. As part of the military branch’s Maintenance of Space Situational Awareness Integrated Capabilities (MOSSAIC), the contract includes maintaining infrastructure systems for object tracking in space. Works for the project occur in Colorado and Virginia, with an expected by January 31, 2023.

MOSSAIC’s initial contract was awarded on February 25, 2022, to modernize the branch’s portfolio in space systems. Before the award for the third-year option, L3Harris was awarded the second contract in January 2021, valued at $89 million with a potential total value of $1.2 billion over ten years.

9. The 645th Aeronautical Systems Group Awards the Production of Group B Ground and System Integration Lab Material

Contracting activity: The 645th Aeronautical Systems Group
Contract type: Cost-plus-fixed-fee and firm-fixed-price contract
Value: $96.54 million
Contract date: August 24, 2022

L3 Communications Integrated Systems awards the procurement and fabrication of Group B Ground and System Integration Lab materials. Work for the contract commences in Greenville, Texas, with an estimated completion date of June 30, 2024. Foreign military sales funding of $96.54 million is obligated at the time of the award. The 645th Aeronautical Systems Group is the contracting activity for the project.

10. AFLCMC Sign a Deal for Purchases of Bomb Rack Unit 57B Replacement Parts

Contracting activity: U.S. Air Force
Contract type: Firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract
Value: $60.74 million
Contract date: October 12, 2022

L3Harris Technologies is the contractor for the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center purchase of Bomb Rack Unit 57B (BRU-57/B) Replacement Parts for F-16 aircraft. The work performance commences in Amityville, New York, with an expected completion date of October 14, 2027. The contract is awarded as a sole source acquisition and completely Foreign Military Sales.

BRU-57/B increases the storage carriage capacity of F-16 jets, enhancing pilot safety through weapons and ground crew improvements. The replacement of parts aims to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of the aircraft for more successful missions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is L3Harris Technologies?

L3Harris Technologies traces its roots to two separate companies: L3 Communications and Harris Corporation. The companies merged in October 2018 to form L3Harris Technologies and became the sixth-largest defense contractor in the United States.

Heading L3Harris Technologies is Christopher Kubasik, serving as the Chair and Chief Executive Officer. The company employs over 47,000 employees across 100 offices worldwide. As of 2022, L3Harris Technologies ranks 206th in the Fortune 500 companies, with an annual revenue of over $17 billion.

Is L3Harris Technologies a federal contractor?

L3Harris Technologies has several contracts awarded by the DoD, all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces, Special Operations Command, and more. The company provides various technology solutions and programs, including C6ISR systems, wireless equipment, tactical radios, avionics, night vision, and antennas.

L3Harris Technologies aims to address the challenges in mission-critical needs of the federal government. The company has an interest and focus on integrated mission systems, space & airborne systems, and communication systems, providing forward-looking solutions across all domains and capabilities.

L3Harris Technologies: “A Century Of Innovation, Securing The World”

L3 Harris government contracts have helped the federal government with end-to-end solutions to solve the world’s toughest challenges. The company continues to receive government contracts, creating a safer world and a more secure future.

Top L3 Harris Government Contracts in 2022