E-6A TACAMO Airborne Strategic Communications Aircraft
Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP)
Program facts
- Program number
- 207
- Short name
- E-6A (TACAMO)
- Acquisition pathway
- Major Capability Acquisition (MCA)
- Lead component
-
Department of the Navy
Department of Defense
- Contract awards
- 6
- Contract obligations
- $422,268,087 Since fiscal year 2008
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 | -$38,234 |
| FY2024 | -$262,255 |
| FY2023 | -$105,061 |
| FY2022 | -$861,407 |
| FY2021 | $989,456 |
| FY2020 | $2,987,025 |
| FY2019 | $27,326,572 |
| FY2018 | $30,748,450 |
| FY2017 | $70,731,358 |
| FY2016 | $48,630,912 |
Top contractors by obligations
| Rank | Contractor | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rockwell Collins, Inc. | $405,211,655 | |
| 2 | Technology Security Associates, Inc. | $16,700,415 | |
| 3 | Air Cruisers Company, LLC | $303,662 | |
| 4 | L3Harris Technologies, Inc. | $45,356 | |
| 5 | Galls, LLC | $6,999 |
6 contractors in all; the other received nothing on balance or has no name on record.
Contract awards
| Award | Awarded | Obligated |
|---|---|---|
| Program management support for PMA271 | $16,700,415 | |
| E-6B block i/ ipbe phase 3 MOD kits | $405,211,654 | |
| Molle expandable pouch, blackhawk strike GEN-4 molle system mace pouch, hancock double cuff, galls friction lock… | $6,999 | |
| Manpack radio multiband, VAU kit, RF-5051 power supply, cable assy, speaker, cable assy speaker power, cable assy… | $45,356 | |
| Life raft | $303,662 | |
| Cabinets | $0 |
About this program
The E-6A TACAMO (Take Charge And Move Out) Airborne Strategic Communications Aircraft program is a Major Defense Acquisition Program operating under the Major Capability Acquisition pathway. This defense platform serves as an airborne command post and communications relay aircraft operated by the U.S. Navy, with later variants designated as E-6B. The program involves both the procurement and modification of aircraft systems to maintain strategic communication capabilities.
The program's contract portfolio includes significant awards ranging from $6,999 to over $405 million, with the largest being a firm-fixed-price contract awarded to Rockwell Collins, Inc. (Collins Aerospace - Government Systems Division) for E-6B Block I/IPBE Phase 3 Modification Kits. Notable contract activities include program management support for PMA271 through the SeaPort-e contract vehicle, and various equipment procurements including communications systems, life rafts, and support equipment. The Department of the Navy Naval Air Systems Command appears as the primary contracting authority, with procurement methods typically utilizing unrestricted competition without set-asides. Contract types vary between firm-fixed-price and cost-plus-fixed-fee, with performance periods generally ranging from several months to multiple years. Ases LLC (doing business as Field Aerospace) is identified as a small business subcontractor supporting the modification work.
Quick answers
What is E-6A (TACAMO)?
E-6A TACAMO Airborne Strategic Communications Aircraft (E-6A (TACAMO)) is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) led by the Department of the Navy. It follows the Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) pathway.
How much has E-6A (TACAMO) obligated on contracts?
6 contract awards are coded to E-6A (TACAMO), and their actions have obligated $422,268,087 since fiscal year 2008.
Who are the top contractors on E-6A (TACAMO)?
The contractors obligated the most on E-6A (TACAMO) contracts are Rockwell Collins, Inc. ($405,211,655), Technology Security Associates, Inc. ($16,700,415) and Air Cruisers Company, LLC ($303,662).
How much did E-6A (TACAMO) obligate in fiscal year 2025?
Contracts coded to E-6A (TACAMO) obligated -$38,234 in fiscal year 2025.
What is the latest contract award for E-6A (TACAMO)?
The latest contract award coded to E-6A (TACAMO) is N0017806D4895-M804, awarded to Technology Security Associates, Inc. on May 29, 2014.
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