Land Warrior (LW)
Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP)
Program facts
- Program number
- 287
- Short name
- LAND WARRIOR
- Acquisition pathway
- Major Capability Acquisition (MCA)
- Acquisition category
- ACAT IC
- Acquisition status
- Full operational capability or full deployment (FOC/FD)
- Lead component
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Department of the Army
Department of Defense
- Contract awards
- 14
- Contract obligations
- $80,922,779 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 |
|---|---|
| FY2015 | -$105,734 |
| FY2014 | -$542,807 |
| FY2013 | -$820,202 |
| FY2012 | -$653,930 |
| FY2011 | -$1,797,873 |
| FY2010 | $27,788,913 |
| FY2009 | $274,697 |
| FY2008 | $3,090,210 |
| FY2007 | $17,420,635 |
| FY2006 | $23,819,885 |
Top contractors by obligations
| Rank | Contractor | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Dynamics C4 Systems, Inc. | $79,275,155 | |
| 2 | Physical Optics Corporation | $847,228 | |
| 3 | The Boeing Company | $462,102 | |
| 4 | Rockwell Collins Optronics Inc. | $191,505 | |
| 5 | Galois, Inc. | $98,202 | |
| 6 | Majestic Metal Fabricating Company | $35,133 | |
| 7 | Night Vision Systems, LLC | $8,449 | |
| 8 | Tactical & Survival Specialties, LLC | $5,506 |
13 contractors in all; the others received nothing on balance or have no name on record.
Contract awards
| Award | Awarded | Obligated |
|---|---|---|
| Light, scout, kit IR filter (weaponlight) | $5,506 | |
| Land warrior ensembles | $26,034,457 | |
| Phase II sbir for portable terahertz imaging system. | $727,242 | |
| 30 DCM (display control modules); 70 coil cables; repair of 16 DCM units for mounted warrior. | $191,505 | |
| M24A2 conversion package for combat operations | $0 | |
| Phase i sbir for portable terahertz imaging system | $119,986 | |
| Fifteen single occupancy apartments | $0 | |
| Definitive Contract W31P4Q06C0393 | $98,202 | |
| Brassards and US flags | $8,449 | |
| Definitive Contract W15P7T05CF201 | $44,130,013 | |
| Purchase Order W56HZV04P1508 | $35,133 | |
| Delivery Order DAAH2303D0204-0024 | $462,102 | |
| Delivery Order SPM44004D5C68-3348 | $0 | |
| Purchase Order DAAE0702PN235 | -$500 |
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About this program
The Land Warrior (LW) program is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) operating under the Major Capability Acquisition pathway with an Acquisition Category IC designation. Based on the contract awards data, the program appears focused on developing and procuring advanced infantry combat systems, including electronic components, weapons accessories, and associated support equipment. The program's contract actions span from 2003 to 2011, suggesting a sustained development and procurement effort during this period.
The program's contract portfolio includes a mix of large-scale equipment procurement and research initiatives. Notable deliverables include Land Warrior ensembles ($26M), electronic Display Control Modules, weaponlights, and various combat support equipment. Contract values range from small purchases of under $10,000 to major acquisitions exceeding $44M, with contract durations typically spanning 6-18 months. Primary contractors include General Dynamics C4 Systems and Boeing Company, with several small business set-aside contracts for research and development through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program. The majority of contracts were firm-fixed-price agreements administered by various Army commands, including TACOM-Warren, Communications-Electronics Command, and Aviation and Missile Command. While set-aside designations were limited, the program did incorporate some total small business set-asides, particularly for SBIR efforts. Primary places of performance included Arizona, Pennsylvania, and Michigan.
Quick answers
What is LAND WARRIOR?
Land Warrior (LW) (LAND WARRIOR) 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 IC. Its acquisition status is full operational capability or full deployment (FOC/FD).
How much has LAND WARRIOR obligated on contracts?
14 contract awards are coded to LAND WARRIOR, and their actions have obligated $80,922,779 since fiscal year 2004.
Who are the top contractors on LAND WARRIOR?
The contractors obligated the most on LAND WARRIOR contracts are General Dynamics C4 Systems, Inc. ($79,275,155), Physical Optics Corporation ($847,228) and The Boeing Company ($462,102).
What is the latest contract award for LAND WARRIOR?
The latest contract award coded to LAND WARRIOR is FA466410F0009, awarded to Tactical & Survival Specialties, LLC on June 2, 2010.
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