Joint Tactical Networks

The Joint Tactical Networks (JTN) is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) managed under the Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) pathway with an Acquisition Category ID designation. The program appears focused on tactical communications and networking capabilities across military services, including radio systems, terminals, and associated software. Based on the contract awards, the program encompasses development, procurement, and sustainment of various tactical communication systems including the Joint Tactical Terminal Radio (JTTR), Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS), and other networking components.

The program's contract awards range from small purchases under $100,000 to major system acquisitions exceeding $10 million, with performance periods typically spanning 12-24 months. Primary contracting agencies include the Naval Information Warfare Systems Command, Army Materiel Command, and Air Force contracting offices. Major contractors include Raytheon, CACI Technologies, Data Link Solutions (a BAE Systems/Collins Aerospace joint venture), and Viasat. A significant portion of awards are Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contracts, with both Phase I and II efforts represented. Contract types are predominantly firm-fixed-price and cost-plus-fixed-fee, with some cost-plus-incentive arrangements. The work includes engineering services, software development, technical support, system integration, and hardware procurement. Notable contract vehicles utilized include SeaPort-e and several SBIR/STTR program vehicles.