Longbow Apache AH-64D
Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP)
Program facts
- Program number
- 831
- Short name
- LONGBOW APACHE
- 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
- 46
- Contract obligations
- $58,039,564 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 |
|---|---|
| FY2014 | $18,020 |
| FY2012 | $6,081,973 |
| FY2010 | $8,605 |
| FY2009 | -$3,435 |
| FY2007 | $33,906 |
| FY2006 | $32,746,857 |
| FY2005 | $5,573,432 |
| FY2004 | $13,580,206 |
Top contractors by obligations
| Rank | Contractor | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lockheed Martin Corporation | $30,753,761 | |
| 2 | Ultra Electronics Ocean Systems Inc. | $6,352,884 | |
| 3 | Raytheon Company | $4,784,333 | |
| 4 | Ceradyne, Inc. | $4,184,598 | |
| 5 | Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation | $4,145,464 | |
| 6 | Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation | $2,910,000 | |
| 7 | Mcdonnell Douglas Helicopter Company | $2,129,483 | |
| 8 | Phototelesis Corporation | $764,847 | |
| 9 | Rodelco Electronics Corp | $563,700 | |
| 10 | Diamond Antenna & Microwave Corporation | $417,564 |
10 of 36 contractors listed here. See the rest on GovTribe.
Contract awards
Show all 46
About this program
The Longbow Apache AH-64D is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) managed under the Major Capability Acquisition pathway with an Acquisition Category IC designation. The program appears to support the procurement, maintenance, and ongoing development of the AH-64D attack helicopter platform and its associated systems, particularly focusing on fire control, radar, and electronic warfare capabilities. This acquisition program encompasses a wide range of components and subsystems critical to the aircraft's operational effectiveness.
The contract awards associated with this program range from small purchases under $20,000 for specialized components to multi-million dollar definitive contracts for major systems. Notable contractors include McDonnell Douglas Helicopter Company, Lockheed Martin Corporation, and Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation, with significant work also performed by smaller specialized manufacturers like Diamond Antenna & Microwave Co. The U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command appears as the primary contracting authority, though Naval Surface Warfare Center and Defense Supply Centers also issue related contracts. Contract vehicles include both firm-fixed-price and cost-plus-fixed-fee arrangements, with performance periods typically ranging from several months to multiple years. While most contracts are unrestricted, some are designated for small business set-asides. Major places of performance include Mesa, Arizona; Orlando, Florida; and various specialized manufacturing locations across the United States.
Quick answers
What is LONGBOW APACHE?
Longbow Apache AH-64D (LONGBOW APACHE) 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 LONGBOW APACHE obligated on contracts?
46 contract awards are coded to LONGBOW APACHE, and their actions have obligated $58,039,564 since fiscal year 2004.
Who are the top contractors on LONGBOW APACHE?
The contractors obligated the most on LONGBOW APACHE contracts are Lockheed Martin Corporation ($30,753,761), Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation ($7,055,464 across 2 registrations) and Ultra Electronics Ocean Systems Inc. ($6,352,884).
What is the latest contract award for LONGBOW APACHE?
The latest contract award coded to LONGBOW APACHE is FA301614F0030, awarded to Inveris Training Solutions, Inc. on July 1, 2014.
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