Infrared Search and Track
Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP)
Program facts
- Program number
- 510
- Short name
- IRST
- Acquisition pathway
- Major Capability Acquisition (MCA)
- Acquisition category
- ACAT IC
- Acquisition status
- Active
- Lead component
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Department of the Navy
Department of Defense
- Contract awards
- 6
- Contract obligations
- $18,543,388 Since fiscal year 2017
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 | $72,566 |
| FY2025 | $72,566 |
| FY2022 | -$703,644 |
| FY2020 | $17,382,000 |
| FY2017 | $1,719,900 |
Top contractors by obligations
| Rank | Contractor | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | L3 Technologies, Inc. | $16,678,356 | |
| 2 | Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation | $1,719,900 | |
| 3 | Lockheed Martin Corporation | $145,132 |
Contract awards
About this program
The Infrared Search and Track (IRST) program is a Major Defense Acquisition Program managed under the Major Capability Acquisition pathway with an Acquisition Category of IC. The program appears focused on developing and deploying infrared detection and tracking capabilities for military applications. While specific operational requirements are not detailed in the source material, the program encompasses both infrared search and tracking systems as well as supporting illumination technologies.
Recent contract awards under this program have ranged from $1.7 million to $9.2 million, with performance periods typically spanning 2-5 years. L3 Technologies, Inc. Integrated Vision Solutions Division has been awarded multiple firm-fixed-price delivery orders, including a $9.2 million contract for infrared search and track products and a $7.45 million contract for 10,000 infrared illuminators, with work performed in Londonderry, New Hampshire. Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation has also participated in the program, receiving a $1.7 million award for Blue Force Tracking 2 installation kits. The Department of the Army serves as the primary funding agency, with contracts being administered through various Army commands including TACOM Life Cycle Management Command and PEO Aviation. None of the reviewed contracts utilized set-aside designations, suggesting full and open competition.
Quick answers
What is IRST?
Infrared Search and Track (IRST) is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) led by the Department of the Navy. It follows the Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) pathway and is ACAT IC. Its acquisition status is active.
How much has IRST obligated on contracts?
6 contract awards are coded to IRST, and their actions have obligated $18,543,388 since fiscal year 2017.
Who are the top contractors on IRST?
The contractors obligated the most on IRST contracts are L3 Technologies, Inc. ($16,678,356), Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation ($1,719,900) and Lockheed Martin Corporation ($145,132).
How much did IRST obligate in fiscal year 2025?
Contracts coded to IRST obligated $72,566 in fiscal year 2025.
What is the latest contract award for IRST?
The latest contract award coded to IRST is N6893626F5127, awarded to Lockheed Martin Corporation on April 7, 2026.
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