C-17A Globemaster III
Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP)
Program facts
- Program number
- 200
- Short name
- C-17A
- Acquisition pathway
- Major Capability Acquisition (MCA)
- Acquisition category
- ACAT IC
- Acquisition status
- Full operational capability or full deployment (FOC/FD)
- Lead component
-
Air Force
Department of Defense
- Contract awards
- 783
- Contract obligations
- $33,086,689,000 Since fiscal year 1999
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 |
|---|---|
| FY2026 | $1,903,630 |
| FY2025 | -$97,311 |
| FY2024 | -$5,980,960 |
| FY2023 | -$132,094 |
| FY2022 | $27,525,142 |
| FY2021 | -$21,872,262 |
| FY2020 | -$47,143,500 |
| FY2019 | -$20,190,976 |
| FY2018 | -$16,157,042 |
| FY2017 | $442,355,741 |
Top contractors by obligations
| Rank | Contractor | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Boeing Company | $23,927,002,926 | |
| 2 | The Boeing Company | $7,274,576,730 | |
| 3 | RTX Corporation | $1,428,143,157 | |
| 4 | D & D Machinery & Sales Inc. | $37,249,231 | |
| 5 | Agustawestland Inc. | $36,019,342 | |
| 6 | U.s. Aeroteam, Inc. | $21,671,988 | |
| 7 | Manson Construction Co | $21,242,315 | |
| 8 | Skill-Metric Machine And Tool, Inc. | $19,367,726 | |
| 9 | Robertson Fuel Systems, L.L.C. | $18,884,031 | |
| 10 | Rockwell Collins, Inc. | $18,227,229 |
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Contract awards
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About this program
The C-17A Globemaster III is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) managed under the Major Capability Acquisition pathway by the U.S. Air Force. This aircraft system represents a significant strategic airlift capability for the Department of Defense, with program activities spanning aircraft production, sustainment, software maintenance, and ground support equipment. The program is designated as an Acquisition Category IC program, indicating its high-dollar value and critical importance to national defense capabilities.
Contract awards associated with this program range from small purchase orders for specialized tools and equipment (typically $5,000-$200,000) to large-scale sustainment delivery orders exceeding $500 million. The Boeing Company serves as the primary contractor for major sustainment and development work, operating under multiple Indefinite Delivery Contracts, including a comprehensive sustainment contract valued at approximately $47 billion. Common contracted items include ground support equipment, software maintenance, spare parts, and technical services. Many awards are set aside for small businesses, particularly under the 8(a) program and general small business set-asides, with companies like ETI TECH LLC, Texas MGT Associates, and D & D Machinery & Sales Inc. frequently receiving awards. The Air Force Materiel Command serves as the primary contracting authority, with significant work performed in San Antonio, Texas, and various Air Force bases. Contract durations typically range from 1-5 years, with many including option periods for additional quantities or extended performance.
Quick answers
What is C-17A?
C-17A Globemaster III is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) led by the Air Force. It follows the Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) pathway and is ACAT IC. Its acquisition status is full operational capability or full deployment (FOC/FD).
How much has C-17A obligated on contracts?
783 contract awards are coded to C-17A, and their actions have obligated $33,086,689,000 since fiscal year 1999.
Who are the top contractors on C-17A?
The contractors obligated the most on C-17A contracts are The Boeing Company ($31,201,579,656 across 2 registrations), RTX Corporation ($1,428,143,157) and D & D Machinery & Sales Inc. ($37,249,231).
How much did C-17A obligate in fiscal year 2025?
Contracts coded to C-17A obligated -$97,311 in fiscal year 2025.
What is the latest contract award for C-17A?
The latest contract award coded to C-17A is W58RGZ25F0315, awarded to Defense Systems And Solutions on July 22, 2025.
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