Next Generation Operational Control System
Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP)
Program facts
- Program number
- 456
- Short name
- OCX
- Acquisition pathway
- Major Capability Acquisition (MCA)
- Acquisition category
- ACAT ID
- Acquisition status
- Full operational capability or full deployment (FOC/FD)
- Lead component
-
Air Force Space Command
Air Force, Department of Defense
- Contract awards
- 1
- Contract obligations
- $87,529,997 Since fiscal year 2018
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 | $11,747,128 |
| FY2025 | $10,897,074 |
| FY2024 | $9,822,252 |
| FY2023 | $13,596,658 |
| FY2022 | $11,742,422 |
| FY2021 | $15,246,008 |
| FY2020 | $5,009,061 |
| FY2019 | $6,969,395 |
| FY2018 | $2,500,000 |
Top contractors by obligations
| Rank | Contractor | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leidos, Inc. | $87,529,997 |
Contract awards
| Award | Awarded | Obligated |
|---|---|---|
| NRE for EDM-1 | $87,529,997 |
About this program
The Next Generation Operational Control System (OCX) is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) operated under the Major Capability Acquisition pathway. The program is designated as an Acquisition Category ID program, indicating its high-level strategic importance and significant financial investment. OCX represents a key Department of Defense initiative focused on operational control systems modernization.
The program's contract portfolio includes a significant Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) award to Leidos, Inc. for the Next Generation Countermeasure Program, structured as a Cost Plus Incentive Fee arrangement valued at $66.4 million. This particular contract, running from August 2018 through August 2026, focuses on the development, design, fabrication, integration, and testing of Acoustic Device Countermeasure Special Test Units and Engineering Development Models. Key subcontractors include Movella Technologies N.A. Inc., Avnet Inc., Logistics365 Inc., and Xometry Inc. The contract was competitively awarded without set-aside provisions, supporting Navy undersea warfare capabilities and submarine force modernization efforts.
Quick answers
What is OCX?
Next Generation Operational Control System (OCX) is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) led by the Air Force Space Command. It follows the Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) pathway and is ACAT ID. Its acquisition status is full operational capability or full deployment (FOC/FD).
How much has OCX obligated on contracts?
1 contract award is coded to OCX, and its actions have obligated $87,529,997 since fiscal year 2018.
Who are the top contractors on OCX?
The contractor obligated the most on OCX contracts is Leidos, Inc. ($87,529,997).
How much did OCX obligate in fiscal year 2025?
Contracts coded to OCX obligated $10,897,074 in fiscal year 2025.
What is the latest contract award for OCX?
The latest contract award coded to OCX is N0002418C6209, awarded to Leidos, Inc. on August 13, 2018.
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