A/H/MC-130J Communications Modernization Phase I
Acquisition Plan (AP)
Program facts
- Program number
- J56
- Short name
- Communications Modernization Phase I
- Acquisition pathway
- Major Capability Acquisition (MCA)
- Acquisition category
- ACAT III
- Acquisition status
- Active
- Lead component
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Air Force
Department of Defense
- Contract awards
- 10
- Contract obligations
- $1,252,972,657 Since fiscal year 2023
Program details come from the Department of Defense's acquisition program list. Contract figures come from SAM.gov (formerly FPDS).
Contract obligations by fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Obligated |
|---|---|
| FY2025 | $320,614,314 |
| FY2024 | $651,010,755 |
| FY2023 | $281,347,588 |
Top contractors by obligations
| Rank | Contractor | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | L3Harris Technologies, Inc. | $661,364,604 | |
| 2 | Thales Defense & Security Inc. | $588,852,697 | |
| 3 | L3 Technologies, Inc. | $2,646,716 | |
| 4 | Carahsoft Technology Corp | $108,640 |
Contract awards
About this program
The A/H/MC-130J Communications Modernization Phase I is a Major Capability Acquisition program operating under Acquisition Category III within the Department of Defense. The program appears focused on modernizing communications systems for special operations aircraft variants, including the AC-130J, HC-130J, and MC-130J platforms. Based on the associated contract awards, this acquisition program encompasses tactical radio systems, combat net radio equipment, and distributed ground system components.
The program's contract awards range from $2.6 million to $115.7 million, with performance periods typically extending from 2023 through 2026, with one contract extending to 2030. L3Harris Technologies and Thales Defense & Security Inc. emerge as the primary prime contractors, with work frequently performed at L3Harris' Rochester, New York facility. The contract awards predominantly utilize firm-fixed-price delivery orders, with one exception being a cost-plus-fixed-fee arrangement for technical refresh services. Program funding flows through multiple defense agencies, including the U.S. Army's Program Executive Office Command Control Communications-Tactical (PEO C3T) and the Electronic Systems Center. Notable procurements include Combat Net Radio (CNR) equipment, Leader Radio production, and Distributed Common Ground System components. None of the contract awards utilize small business set-asides, though some subcontracting opportunities exist for small businesses such as Cdce, Inc., which provides ruggedized computer equipment.
Quick answers
What is Communications Modernization Phase I?
A/H/MC-130J Communications Modernization Phase I is a DoD acquisition program led by the Air Force. DoD lists its program type as Acquisition Plan (AP). It follows the Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) pathway and is ACAT III. Its acquisition status is active.
How much has Communications Modernization Phase I obligated on contracts?
10 contract awards are coded to Communications Modernization Phase I, and their actions have obligated $1,252,972,657 since fiscal year 2023.
Who are the top contractors on Communications Modernization Phase I?
The contractors obligated the most on Communications Modernization Phase I contracts are L3Harris Technologies, Inc. ($661,364,604), Thales Defense & Security Inc. ($588,852,697) and L3 Technologies, Inc. ($2,646,716).
How much did Communications Modernization Phase I obligate in fiscal year 2025?
Contracts coded to Communications Modernization Phase I obligated $320,614,314 in fiscal year 2025.
What is the latest contract award for Communications Modernization Phase I?
The latest contract award coded to Communications Modernization Phase I is W15P7T25F0283, awarded to Carahsoft Technology Corp on September 16, 2025.
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