Tactical Data Link Systems Support 2010-2015

The Tactical Data Link Systems Support 2010-2015 Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract is a comprehensive engineering and technical services vehicle supporting multiple tactical communications and defense technology programs. Issued by the Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command (SPAWAR), specifically SSC-Pacific, the contract provides specialized engineering, integration, test, evaluation, and support services for various tactical data link and command and control systems. The vehicle covers a wide range of programs including Airborne Tactical Data Systems, Ballistic Missile Defense, Command and Control Processors, Joint Tactical Radio Systems, and associated subsystems and network capabilities.

Task orders under this IDIQ consistently demonstrate a focus on software engineering, system integration, and technical support services, with typical values ranging from approximately $50,000 to $5.6 million and durations generally spanning 6-18 months. General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. appears to be a frequent prime contractor, receiving multiple significant task orders. The contract exclusively used cost-plus-fixed-fee pricing and had no set-aside designations, with most work performed in San Diego, California. Funding predominantly came from naval and defense agencies, including the Navy's Information Warfare Systems Command, Department of the Navy, and Missile Defense Agency. Task order scopes frequently involved support for specific technological systems like the Global Command and Control System-Maritime, Joint Tactical Radio System, and various tactical data link platforms, emphasizing complex technical engineering and integration work.