MQ-25 Stingray
Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP)
Program facts
- Program number
- 462
- Short name
- MQ-25
- Acquisition pathway
- Major Capability Acquisition (MCA)
- Acquisition category
- ACAT IB
- Acquisition status
- Active
- Lead component
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Department of the Navy
Department of Defense
- Contract awards
- 11
- Contract obligations
- $253,514,572 Since fiscal year 2022
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 | $4,255,949 |
| FY2025 | $11,979,000 |
| FY2024 | $13,516,341 |
| FY2023 | $115,471,338 |
| FY2022 | $108,291,945 |
Top contractors by obligations
| Rank | Contractor | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Boeing Company | $250,028,163 | |
| 2 | Frequentis Defense Inc. | $2,774,460 | |
| 3 | Optowares Inc. | $411,465 | |
| 4 | Norseman Inc. | $181,488 | |
| 5 | Steve Lieber & Associates, Inc. | $118,996 |
Contract awards
| Award | Awarded | Obligated |
|---|---|---|
| The purpose of this delivery order is for the procurement of a structural repair manual. | $4,255,948 | |
| FY24 spares in support of MQ25 | $13,440,686 | |
| Fiber optic repair set - year two | $75,655 | |
| FY23 initial spares | $115,135,530 | |
| Fiber optic repair set - year one | $151,310 | |
| Fiber optic repair set - year one | $184,500 | |
| Lrip lot 1 long lead materials | $59,447,000 | |
| FY22 initial spares | $57,749,000 | |
| MQ-25 satcc 1/2 rack | $2,774,460 | |
| Span CPT7 dual antenna enclosure | $118,996 | |
| 4- and 8-port KVM switches | $181,488 |
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About this program
The MQ-25 Stingray is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) with an Acquisition Category IB designation, operating under the Major Capability Acquisition pathway. This program represents the development and acquisition of an aircraft carrier-based unmanned aerial refueling system for the U.S. Navy. The program is managed through the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) and supports the Navy's carrier aviation capabilities.
Recent federal contract awards for the MQ-25 program range from $75,655 to $115.1 million, with performance periods typically spanning two to four years. The Boeing Company serves as a primary contractor, receiving the largest awards for initial spares and long-lead materials for Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP). Other significant contractors include Optowares Inc. for fiber optic repair sets, Frequentis Defense Inc. for SATCC 1/2 rack systems, and various small businesses providing specialized equipment such as Steve Lieber & Associates, Inc. and Norseman Defense Technologies. Notable subcontractors include L3Harris Technologies, Ametek Aerospace & Defense, and Patriot Machine, Inc. The majority of contracts are firm-fixed-price agreements issued without set-aside designations, though some smaller awards utilize Total Small Business set-asides. The Naval Air Systems Command and Naval Air Warfare Center serve as the primary contracting authorities, with work performed across multiple locations including St. Louis, Missouri, Columbia, Maryland, and various contractor facilities.
Quick answers
What is MQ-25?
MQ-25 Stingray is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) led by the Department of the Navy. It follows the Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) pathway and is ACAT IB. Its acquisition status is active.
How much has MQ-25 obligated on contracts?
11 contract awards are coded to MQ-25, and their actions have obligated $253,514,572 since fiscal year 2022.
Who are the top contractors on MQ-25?
The contractors obligated the most on MQ-25 contracts are The Boeing Company ($250,028,163), Frequentis Defense Inc. ($2,774,460) and Optowares Inc. ($411,465).
How much did MQ-25 obligate in fiscal year 2025?
Contracts coded to MQ-25 obligated $11,979,000 in fiscal year 2025.
What is the latest contract award for MQ-25?
The latest contract award coded to MQ-25 is N0001926F0221, awarded to The Boeing Company on April 2, 2026.
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