Mobile Subscriber Equipment
Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP)
Program facts
- Program number
- 255
- Short name
- MSE
- Acquisition pathway
- Major Capability Acquisition (MCA)
- Acquisition status
- Full operational capability or full deployment (FOC/FD)
- Lead component
-
Department of the Army
Department of Defense
- Contract awards
- 26
- Contract obligations
- $54,690,286 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 |
|---|---|
| FY2024 | $54,246 |
| FY2018 | -$1 |
| FY2017 | -$229,093 |
| FY2016 | -$3,189,584 |
| FY2015 | -$596 |
| FY2014 | $840,573 |
| FY2013 | $7,165,836 |
| FY2012 | $31,875,741 |
| FY2011 | $12,164,242 |
| FY2010 | $2,604,860 |
Top contractors by obligations
| Rank | Contractor | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc. | $18,870,075 | |
| 2 | Certified Stainless Service Inc. | $15,733,226 | |
| 3 | VSE Corporation | $5,800,376 | |
| 4 | American Equipment Company, Inc. | $5,390,785 | |
| 5 | FN Herstal S.A. | $4,346,907 | |
| 6 | Bukkehave, Inc. | $2,305,648 | |
| 7 | Schutt Industries Of Clintonville, Wis., Inc. | $1,747,499 | |
| 8 | American Material Handling, Inc. | $370,619 | |
| 9 | Green Shield LIMITED | $64,832 | |
| 10 | Cellco Partnership | $54,246 |
10 of 15 contractors listed here. See the rest on GovTribe.
Contract awards
Show all 26
About this program
The Mobile Subscriber Equipment (MSE) program is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) following the Major Capability Acquisition pathway. Based on the contract history, the program appears focused on providing tactical communications equipment and associated support services to the Department of Defense. The program encompasses both hardware acquisition and technical support components, with particular emphasis on mobile communications infrastructure and equipment.
Contract awards under this program range from small purchases under $1,000 to large delivery orders exceeding $33 million, with most significant awards falling between $2-6 million. The contracts cover diverse requirements including wireless services from Verizon Wireless, specialized vehicles (water tankers, fuel trucks, pickup trucks), communications equipment maintenance, and software engineering support for switches network systems. Notable contract vehicles include the Wireless Spiral 3 IDIQ and the CECOM Rapid Response (CR2) contract. While many awards have no set-aside designation, some contracts are designated for total small business participation. Contract types are predominantly Firm Fixed Price, with occasional Cost Plus Fixed Fee and Time and Materials arrangements. Several contracts were associated with Operation Enduring Freedom, indicating support for overseas contingency operations. Primary contracting activity appears centered around Army commands, with performance locations including Fort Belvoir, VA.
Quick answers
What is MSE?
Mobile Subscriber Equipment (MSE) is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) led by the Department of the Army. It follows the Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) pathway. Its acquisition status is full operational capability or full deployment (FOC/FD).
How much has MSE obligated on contracts?
26 contract awards are coded to MSE, and their actions have obligated $54,690,286 since fiscal year 2007.
Who are the top contractors on MSE?
The contractors obligated the most on MSE contracts are General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc. ($18,870,075), Certified Stainless Service Inc. ($15,733,226) and VSE Corporation ($5,800,376).
What is the latest contract award for MSE?
The latest contract award coded to MSE is W91QV124F0039, awarded to Cellco Partnership on January 22, 2024.
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