ABRAMS SERIES (M1/M1A1/M1A2) TANK

The Abrams Series Tank program encompasses the M1, M1A1, and M1A2 variants of the U.S. Army's main battle tank. This major defense acquisition program manages the procurement, sustainment, and modernization of the Abrams tank fleet through various contracts for vehicle production, upgrades, spare parts, and support services. The program represents a cornerstone of U.S. Army ground combat capabilities, with contracts spanning multiple decades of tank development and fielding.

The contract awards show significant activity between 1999-2007, with delivery orders ranging from $32,552 to over $745 million for various components and services. General Dynamics Land Systems emerged as the primary contractor, performing work primarily in Sterling Heights, Michigan, with most contracts structured as firm-fixed-price delivery orders through TACOM (Tank-automotive and Armaments Command) Warren and Rock Island. Major deliverables included combat vehicle components, electrical systems, fire control equipment, night vision systems, and logistics support services. Other notable contractors included Raytheon Technical Services Company and Allison Transmission Division. No set-asides were utilized in the contracting approach, suggesting full and open competition. Contract periods typically ranged from several months to four years, with many awards including options extending through 2007.