National Polar-orbiting Operational Environmental Satellite System
Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP)
Program facts
- Program number
- 239
- Short name
- NPOESS
- Acquisition pathway
- Major Capability Acquisition (MCA)
- Acquisition category
- ACAT IC
- Acquisition status
- Terminated
- Lead component
-
Air Force
Department of Defense
- Contract awards
- 13
- Contract obligations
- $22,373,293 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 |
|---|---|
| FY2013 | $7,575,970 |
| FY2012 | -$15,313 |
| FY2011 | -$366,785 |
| FY2010 | $2,411,442 |
| FY2009 | $6,102,214 |
| FY2008 | $382,547 |
| FY2007 | $2,472,165 |
| FY2006 | $1,077,968 |
| FY2005 | $26,280 |
| FY2004 | $2,706,804 |
Top contractors by obligations
| Rank | Contractor | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ATK Space Systems LLC | $5,983,352 | |
| 2 | Maxim Systems Inc. | $4,722,035 | |
| 3 | General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. | $3,100,981 | |
| 4 | Science Applications International Corporation | $2,727,015 | |
| 5 | US Space LLC | $1,592,618 | |
| 6 | Olin Corp | $1,122,794 | |
| 7 | Raytheon Company | $1,009,617 | |
| 8 | Frontgrade Colorado Springs LLC | $859,061 | |
| 9 | Mevicon Inc. | $748,126 | |
| 10 | ITT Industries, Inc. | $372,891 |
10 of 16 contractors listed here. See the rest on GovTribe.
Contract awards
| Award | Awarded | Obligated |
|---|---|---|
| SMC/PKW: weather satellite follow-on project | $1,592,618 | |
| Network centric weather smallsat study | $5,983,352 | |
| Office relocation | $17,856 | |
| Propaq narp combo kit | $0 | |
| PMW 120 metoc space future systems acquisition support | $4,722,035 | |
| Submarine shipalt and modernization | $13,301,950 | |
| Polarization positioner | $15,980 | |
| 9 MM frangible ammunition | $1,122,794 | |
| Delivery Order N0017804D4119-NS05 | $2,711,702 | |
| Purchase Order W9124205P0009 | $26,280 | |
| Delivery Order GS24F0055N-FA880304F0001 | $90,000 | |
| Definitive Contract F0470101C0510 | $1,655,061 | |
| Definitive Contract F0470197C0028 | $26,832,210 |
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About this program
The National Polar-orbiting Operational Environmental Satellite System (NPOESS) is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) operating under the Major Capability Acquisition pathway. Designated as an Acquisition Category IC program with ID 239-MDP, NPOESS represents a significant Department of Defense investment in weather satellite capabilities and associated ground systems. The program's scope encompasses both space and terrestrial applications, with a particular focus on meteorological satellite systems and related engineering development.
Contract awards under NPOESS range from small purchase orders of under $20,000 to substantial definitive contracts exceeding $26 million, with performance periods spanning from a few months to multiple years. Notable contractors include Hughes Aircraft Company ($26.8M), Aeroflex UTMC Microelectronic ($1.6M), and AMSEC LLC ($2.7M). The primary contracting agencies include the Space and Missile Systems Center (SMC/PKW) at Los Angeles Air Force Base and various Naval facilities. Contract vehicles include both standalone definitive contracts and delivery orders under existing IDIQs such as SeaPort-e. The work encompasses weather satellite development, systems engineering services, space and terrestrial applications development, and meteorological equipment procurement. No set-aside designations were used in the reviewed contract awards. Primary places of performance include Los Angeles, California; Virginia Beach, Virginia; and Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Quick answers
What is NPOESS?
National Polar-orbiting Operational Environmental Satellite System (NPOESS) is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) led by the Air Force. It follows the Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) pathway and is ACAT IC. Its acquisition status is terminated.
How much has NPOESS obligated on contracts?
13 contract awards are coded to NPOESS, and their actions have obligated $22,373,293 since fiscal year 2004.
Who are the top contractors on NPOESS?
The contractors obligated the most on NPOESS contracts are ATK Space Systems LLC ($5,983,352), Maxim Systems Inc. ($4,722,035) and General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. ($3,100,981).
What is the latest contract award for NPOESS?
The latest contract award coded to NPOESS is FA880313C0009, awarded to US Space LLC on March 1, 2013.
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