Force XXI Battle Command Brigade and Below Program

The Force XXI Battle Command Brigade and Below (FBCB2) Program is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) that provides military forces with battlefield command and control capabilities. Operating under Acquisition Category IC and following the Major Capability Acquisition pathway, FBCB2 delivers digital command and control systems that enable situational awareness and communications at the brigade level and below. The program appears to be centered around the development, procurement, and sustainment of computer systems, communications equipment, and associated infrastructure that supports Blue Force Tracking capabilities.

The contract awards associated with FBCB2 predominantly focus on hardware procurement, installation kits, satellite communications services, and field support services. Contract values range from small purchases of under $20,000 to large system acquisitions exceeding $100 million, with performance periods typically spanning 12-36 months. Major hardware components procured include ruggedized computers, display units, encryption devices (KGV-72), and satellite communications equipment. The Department of the Army serves as the primary funding agency, with most contracts being awarded without set-aside designations, though some small business set-asides are utilized for smaller procurements. Notable contractors include Comtech Mobile Datacom Corporation for satellite services and DRS Technologies for computer systems. Field service representative (FSR) support and training services are regularly procured to support operations in both domestic and overseas locations, including Iraq, Afghanistan, Germany, and Italy. Contracts typically employ Firm Fixed Price or Cost Plus Fixed Fee pricing structures.