Maverick (LASER)
Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP)
Program facts
- Program number
- 300
- Acquisition pathway
- Major Capability Acquisition (MCA)
- Lead component
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Air Force
Department of Defense
- Contract awards
- 120
- Contract obligations
- $21,161,058 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 | $3,220 |
| FY2011 | $1,555,976 |
| FY2010 | $3,200,000 |
| FY2008 | $7,248,595 |
| FY2007 | $9,153,268 |
Top contractors by obligations
| Rank | Contractor | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | VSE Corporation | $4,755,975 | |
| 2 | Coherent Corp | $3,978,000 | |
| 3 | ITT Corporation | $3,680,440 | |
| 4 | Rhinocorps LTD. CO. | $1,754,000 | |
| 5 | Arctos Technology Solutions, LLC | $1,291,001 | |
| 6 | University Of Dayton | $1,155,363 | |
| 7 | GP Strategies Corporation | $970,356 | |
| 8 | General Dynamcis C4 Systems, I | $893,092 | |
| 9 | Bluehalo Labs, LLC | $871,355 | |
| 10 | Raytheon Company | $836,473 |
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About this program
The MAVERICK (LASER) program is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) operated by the Department of Defense under the Major Capability Acquisition pathway. Based on the contract awards, the program appears to focus on research, development, testing, and evaluation (RDT&E) activities related to aircraft systems, electronics, communications equipment, and weapons integration, with particular emphasis on laser technology applications.
The program's contract awards from 2000-2012 typically ranged from $100,000 to $63 million, with most awards in the $1-5 million range. Major contractors included General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Boeing Company, General Dynamics, and TRW Inc., with significant work performed in California, Virginia, and Ohio. The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) and Aeronautical Systems Center (ASC) were primary funding organizations. Contracts frequently utilized Cost Plus Fixed Fee and Firm Fixed Price arrangements, with some awards designated for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) programs. Notable places of performance included San Diego, CA; Wright Patterson AFB, OH; and Edwards AFB, CA. The work encompassed aircraft manufacturing, radar systems integration, propulsion research, electronics development, and weapons systems testing, with contract periods typically ranging from 1-5 years.
Quick answers
What is Maverick (LASER)?
Maverick (LASER) is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) led by the Air Force. It follows the Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) pathway.
How much has Maverick (LASER) obligated on contracts?
120 contract awards are coded to Maverick (LASER), and their actions have obligated $21,161,058 since fiscal year 2007.
Who are the top contractors on Maverick (LASER)?
The contractors obligated the most on Maverick (LASER) contracts are VSE Corporation ($4,755,975), Coherent Corp ($3,978,000) and ITT Corporation ($3,680,440).
What is the latest contract award for Maverick (LASER)?
The latest contract award coded to Maverick (LASER) is FA452826C0001, awarded to Can-Doo Budjet Rentals Incorporated on October 18, 2025.
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