HC/MC-130 Recapitalization Aircraft
Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP)
Program facts
- Program number
- 257
- Short name
- HC/MC-130 Recap
- 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
- 30
- Contract obligations
- $258,267,092 Since fiscal year 2007
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 | $22,182,551 |
| FY2025 | $32,637,898 |
| FY2024 | $20,164,649 |
| FY2023 | $22,798,072 |
| FY2022 | $9,047,111 |
| FY2021 | $42,327,031 |
| FY2020 | $86,630,007 |
| FY2019 | $11,640,584 |
| FY2018 | $2,752,153 |
| FY2017 | $1,055,026 |
Top contractors by obligations
| Rank | Contractor | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lockheed Martin Corp | $213,460,618 | |
| 2 | Lockheed Martin Corporation | $13,046,344 | |
| 3 | L3Harris Maritime Services Inc. | $12,499,995 | |
| 4 | Sierra Nevada Company, LLC | $10,311,950 | |
| 5 | Po`okela Solutions, LLC | $3,739,957 | |
| 6 | Aerojet Rocketdyne Inc. | $3,715,526 | |
| 7 | Pacific Propeller International LLC | $587,715 | |
| 8 | Leidos Inc. | $384,109 | |
| 9 | Leidos, Inc. | $236,338 | |
| 10 | CNI Service Advantage JV, LLC | $161,183 |
10 of 14 contractors listed here. See the rest on GovTribe.
Contract awards
Show all 30
About this program
The HC/MC-130 Recapitalization Aircraft program is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) managed by the Department of Defense under the Major Capability Acquisition pathway. This Category IC program focuses on modernizing and sustaining the Air Force's HC-130 and MC-130 aircraft fleets, which are used for combat search and rescue and special operations missions. The program encompasses significant upgrades to communications systems, defensive capabilities, and mission-specific equipment to maintain operational effectiveness of these tactical airlift platforms.
The contract awards associated with this program range from small purchase orders of $31,395 to large definitive contracts reaching $70.5 million, with performance periods typically spanning 2-4 years. Lockheed Martin Corporation, primarily through its Aeronautics Company division operating in Marietta, Georgia, serves as the dominant prime contractor, delivering engineering services, technical documentation, and aircraft modifications. Sierra Nevada Corporation and L3Harris Technologies also appear as significant prime contractors. Notable subcontractors include Collins Aerospace Government Systems, GKN Aerospace Services Limited, and various specialized equipment manufacturers. The Department of the Air Force Materiel Command and Naval Air Systems Command are the primary funding agencies. No set-aside designations were utilized across the reviewed contract awards. Contract types include both firm-fixed-price and cost-plus arrangements, with a particular focus on communications modernization, situational awareness upgrades, and specialized support equipment.
Quick answers
What is HC/MC-130 Recap?
HC/MC-130 Recapitalization Aircraft 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 HC/MC-130 Recap obligated on contracts?
30 contract awards are coded to HC/MC-130 Recap, and their actions have obligated $258,267,092 since fiscal year 2007.
Who are the top contractors on HC/MC-130 Recap?
The contractors obligated the most on HC/MC-130 Recap contracts are Lockheed Martin Corp ($213,460,618), Lockheed Martin Corporation ($13,046,344) and L3Harris Maritime Services Inc. ($12,499,995).
How much did HC/MC-130 Recap obligate in fiscal year 2025?
Contracts coded to HC/MC-130 Recap obligated $32,637,898 in fiscal year 2025.
What is the latest contract award for HC/MC-130 Recap?
The latest contract award coded to HC/MC-130 Recap is FA862926FB064, awarded to CNI Service Advantage JV, LLC on July 26, 2026.
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