Protected Tactical SATCOM Rapid Prototype

The Protected Tactical SATCOM Rapid Prototype (PTS RP) is a Middle Tier Rapid Prototyping defense acquisition program focused on developing advanced satellite communications capabilities. Operating under the Middle Tier of Acquisition pathway, the program primarily supports the development and production of anti-jam modems for military satellite communications. The program represents a significant investment in protected tactical communications infrastructure for both the U.S. Army and Air Force.

The program has awarded multiple fixed-price incentive delivery orders ranging from approximately $24 million to $56 million, with performance periods typically spanning 2-4 years. Primary contractors include L3 Technologies, Inc. Systems Company Division (a subsidiary of L3Harris Technologies, Inc.) and Raytheon Company's Strategic Missile Defense Division, with identified subcontractors including Comtech Satellite Network Technologies, Inc. and Regal Technology Partners, Inc. Contract awards have been issued by the Electronic Systems Center and the Space and Missile Systems Center, with no set-aside designations utilized across the documented awards. Known places of performance include Marlborough, Massachusetts, with contracts focused on anti-jam modem development, testing, and pre-production activities. The combined ceiling value of the documented awards exceeds $119 million.