Over-the-Horizon Backscatter (OTH-B) Radar
Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP)
Program facts
- Program number
- 227
- Short name
- OTH-B RADAR
- Acquisition pathway
- Major Capability Acquisition (MCA)
- Lead component
-
Air Force
Department of Defense
- Contract awards
- 13
- Contract obligations
- $12,337,619 Since fiscal year 2008
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 |
|---|---|
| FY2018 | -$280,544 |
| FY2016 | -$61,145 |
| FY2015 | $125,934 |
| FY2014 | $2,212,308 |
| FY2013 | $896,699 |
| FY2012 | -$69,217 |
| FY2011 | $8,828,682 |
| FY2010 | $42,688 |
| FY2009 | -$3,916 |
| FY2008 | $646,131 |
Top contractors by obligations
| Rank | Contractor | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lockheed Martin Corporation | $11,412,954 | |
| 2 | Raytheon Company | $558,392 | |
| 3 | Lockheed Martin Global, Inc. | $232,617 | |
| 4 | The F.d. Johnson Company | $47,250 | |
| 5 | Magnetic Metals Corporation | $42,688 | |
| 6 | BAE Systems Manufacturing Technology Inc. | $15,341 | |
| 7 | United States Technologies Inc. | $8,000 | |
| 8 | Microwave Concepts Inc. | $6,426 | |
| 9 | Coastal Environmental Systems, Inc. | $6,257 | |
| 10 | E.w. Packaging Corporation, Inc. | $3,682 |
10 of 12 contractors listed here. See the rest on GovTribe.
Contract awards
| Award | Awarded | Obligated |
|---|---|---|
| Capacitor, fixed, PLA | $3,464 | |
| Service - FMS contractor technical support services for TPS and FPS radars for rjaf. | $232,617 | |
| Pin-3 FPS 117 (V)4 radar modernization | $11,412,954 | |
| Precision turned product manufacturing | $3,682 | |
| Custom computer programming services | $42,688 | |
| Over and above | $6,257 | |
| Laptop | $558,392 | |
| Motor, alternating current | $15,341 | |
| Maint & repair of EQ/electrical & elct equip comps | $47,250 | |
| Switch, radio freque | $6,426 | |
| Circuit card assembly | $7,440 | |
| Maint & repair of EQ/electrical & elct equip comps | $560 | |
| Power supply | $548 |
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About this program
The Over-the-Horizon Backscatter (OTH-B) Radar program is a Major Defense Acquisition Program operated by the Department of Defense under program number 227. The program follows the Major Capability Acquisition pathway and appears focused on the development, deployment, and maintenance of radar systems specifically designed to detect targets beyond conventional line-of-sight limitations. Based on the contract descriptions, the program encompasses both hardware components and technical support services for various radar systems including the FPS-117(V)4.
The federal contract awards associated with this program range from small purchase orders for specific components (as low as $560) to large definitive contracts exceeding $11 million, with completion timelines typically spanning from a few months to three years. The majority of contracts utilize Firm Fixed Price pricing arrangements, with both Purchase Orders and Definitive Contracts being common contract types. Notable acquisitions include radar modernization efforts ($11.4M), technical support services for TPS and FPS radars ($1.96M ceiling), and various hardware components such as circuit card assemblies, power supplies, and capacitors. Only one contract utilized a Total Small Business set-aside designation, with the majority having no set-aside requirements. The data provided does not specify consistent funding agencies or places of performance, nor does it reveal patterns regarding prime or subcontractor awards.
Quick answers
What is OTH-B RADAR?
Over-the-Horizon Backscatter (OTH-B) Radar (OTH-B RADAR) is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) led by the Air Force. It follows the Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) pathway.
How much has OTH-B RADAR obligated on contracts?
13 contract awards are coded to OTH-B RADAR, and their actions have obligated $12,337,619 since fiscal year 2008.
Who are the top contractors on OTH-B RADAR?
The contractors obligated the most on OTH-B RADAR contracts are Lockheed Martin Corporation ($11,412,954), Raytheon Company ($558,392) and Lockheed Martin Global, Inc. ($232,617).
What is the latest contract award for OTH-B RADAR?
The latest contract award coded to OTH-B RADAR is SPE7M214M3921, awarded to Jolen Services, Inc. on July 24, 2014.
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