Future Combat Systems
Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP)
Program facts
- Program number
- 301
- Short name
- FCS
- Acquisition pathway
- Major Capability Acquisition (MCA)
- Acquisition category
- ACAT ID
- Acquisition status
- Terminated
- Lead component
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Department of the Army
Department of Defense
- Contract awards
- 97
- Contract obligations
- $14,093,009,002 Since fiscal year 2004
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 |
|---|---|
| FY2022 | -$18,886 |
| FY2021 | -$167,320 |
| FY2020 | -$191,869 |
| FY2019 | -$247,085 |
| FY2018 | -$2,042,560 |
| FY2017 | -$94,558,504 |
| FY2016 | -$231,074,879 |
| FY2015 | -$78,505,295 |
| FY2014 | $14,028,449 |
| FY2013 | -$35,789,151 |
Top contractors by obligations
| Rank | Contractor | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Boeing Company | $12,783,814,783 | |
| 2 | Netfires, LLC | $1,119,795,712 | |
| 3 | Serco Inc. | $75,510,676 | |
| 4 | Lockheed Martin Corporation | $23,851,661 | |
| 5 | Mikel, Inc. | $13,955,398 | |
| 6 | BAE Systems Technology Solutions & Services Inc. | $12,831,772 | |
| 7 | Rite-Solutions, Inc. | $9,540,150 | |
| 8 | Advanced Systems Supportability Engineering Technologies And Tools, Inc. | $9,047,971 | |
| 9 | BAE Systems National Security Solutions Inc. | $9,009,306 | |
| 10 | Amentum Technology, Inc. | $8,723,171 |
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Contract awards
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About this program
The Future Combat Systems (FCS) was a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) for the Department of Defense that followed the Major Capability Acquisition pathway. Operating under Acquisition Category ID, the program represented a comprehensive modernization initiative aimed at developing an integrated family of combat systems and capabilities. The program's scope encompassed development of advanced combat vehicles, weapons systems, sensors, and network integration technologies intended to enhance battlefield capabilities.
Contract awards under FCS ranged from small purchase orders of under $100,000 to major development contracts exceeding $12 billion. Notable prime contractors included Boeing Company, which received a $12.7 billion contract for research and development engineering services, and Lockheed Martin Corporation, which was awarded multiple contracts for missile launcher systems and development work. Awards frequently utilized Cost Plus Fixed Fee and Firm Fixed Price contract types, with performance periods typically ranging from 6 months to 5 years. The U.S. Army TACOM (Tank-automotive and Armaments Command) and Naval Air Systems Command were primary contracting authorities. While most awards were unrestricted, some utilized Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) set-asides. Major places of performance included St. Louis, Missouri; Huntsville, Alabama; and various military installations across the United States.
Quick answers
What is FCS?
Future Combat Systems (FCS) is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) led by the Department of the Army. It follows the Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) pathway and is ACAT ID. Its acquisition status is terminated.
How much has FCS obligated on contracts?
97 contract awards are coded to FCS, and their actions have obligated $14,093,009,002 since fiscal year 2004.
Who are the top contractors on FCS?
The contractors obligated the most on FCS contracts are The Boeing Company ($12,783,814,783), Netfires, LLC ($1,119,795,712) and Serco Inc. ($75,510,676).
What is the latest contract award for FCS?
The latest contract award coded to FCS is N0001414C0132, awarded to Sri International on January 30, 2014.
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