MQ-9 Reaper Unmanned Aircraft System
Pre Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP)
Program facts
- Program number
- 395
- Short name
- HISTORICAL MQ-9 Reaper
- Acquisition pathway
- Major Capability Acquisition (MCA)
- Acquisition category
- ACAT II
- Lead component
-
Air Force
Department of Defense
- Contract awards
- 1
- Contract obligations
- $6,537,247 Since fiscal year 2011
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 |
|---|---|
| FY2025 | -$1,926,249 |
| FY2024 | $2,873,545 |
| FY2023 | $1,181,644 |
| FY2016 | -$177,864 |
| FY2012 | $1,565,528 |
| FY2011 | $3,020,644 |
Top contractors by obligations
| Rank | Contractor | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Raytheon Company | $4,408,308 | |
| 2 | Pacific Air Charters, Incorporated | $2,128,939 |
Contract awards
| Award | Awarded | Obligated |
|---|---|---|
| Chase plane services | $2,128,939 |
About this program
The MQ-9 Reaper Unmanned Aircraft System is classified as a Pre-Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) under the Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) pathway with an Acquisition Category II designation. The program, identified by Department of Defense Acquisition Program ID 395-MDP, manages the procurement and sustainment of the MQ-9 Reaper unmanned aerial vehicle platform, which serves as a key component in military unmanned aerial operations.
Recent contract activity includes a firm fixed-price purchase order (M0031823P0011) awarded by the U.S. Marine Corps for chase plane services at Marine Corps Base Hawaii in Kaneohe Bay. This $4,055,188 contract was awarded to Pacific Air Charters Inc., a woman-owned small business, with a base period of 12 months and two 12-month option periods, extending through May 2026. The contract was designated as a total small business set-aside and encompasses support services for unmanned aerial vehicle operations, including chase plane accompaniment during takeoff and landing phases, dual-frequency communication capabilities, and coordination with VMU-3 Operations.
Quick answers
What is HISTORICAL MQ-9 Reaper?
MQ-9 Reaper Unmanned Aircraft System (HISTORICAL MQ-9 Reaper) is a Pre Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) led by the Air Force. It follows the Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) pathway and is ACAT II.
How much has HISTORICAL MQ-9 Reaper obligated on contracts?
1 contract award is coded to HISTORICAL MQ-9 Reaper, and its actions have obligated $6,537,247 since fiscal year 2011.
Who are the top contractors on HISTORICAL MQ-9 Reaper?
The contractors obligated the most on HISTORICAL MQ-9 Reaper contracts are Raytheon Company ($4,408,308) and Pacific Air Charters, Incorporated ($2,128,939).
How much did HISTORICAL MQ-9 Reaper obligate in fiscal year 2025?
Contracts coded to HISTORICAL MQ-9 Reaper obligated -$1,926,249 in fiscal year 2025.
What is the latest contract award for HISTORICAL MQ-9 Reaper?
The latest contract award coded to HISTORICAL MQ-9 Reaper is M0031823P0011, awarded to Pacific Air Charters, Incorporated on June 1, 2023.
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