TRIDENT I Submarine
Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP)
Program facts
- Program number
- 155
- Short name
- TRIDENT SUB
- Acquisition pathway
- Major Capability Acquisition (MCA)
- Lead component
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Department of the Navy
Department of Defense
- Contract awards
- 30
- Contract obligations
- $52,919,743 Since fiscal year 2005
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 | $18,597,032 |
| FY2025 | $12,411,331 |
| FY2024 | $4,627,958 |
| FY2023 | $692,595 |
| FY2021 | -$15,249 |
| FY2019 | -$1 |
| FY2018 | -$67,593 |
| FY2016 | -$44,709 |
| FY2015 | $415,083 |
| FY2014 | $1,351,790 |
Top contractors by obligations
| Rank | Contractor | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Emcube Inc. | $28,723,727 | |
| 2 | General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc. | $7,521,709 | |
| 3 | L3Harris Interstate Electronics Corporation | $5,286,038 | |
| 4 | The Boeing Company | $3,523,406 | |
| 5 | Teledyne Instruments Inc. | $2,284,636 | |
| 6 | Ducommun Labarge Technologies, Inc. | $1,748,088 | |
| 7 | North Star Imaging Incorporated | $650,110 | |
| 8 | Advantest America, Inc. | $524,208 | |
| 9 | Fisica Applied Technologies, Inc. | $399,266 | |
| 10 | Copper River Information Technology, LLC | $387,215 |
10 of 22 contractors listed here. See the rest on GovTribe.
Contract awards
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About this program
The TRIDENT I Submarine (TRIDENT SUB) is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) operating under the Major Capability Acquisition pathway. The program encompasses the procurement, maintenance, and modernization of submarine-based strategic weapons systems, particularly focusing on the Trident II (D-5) Sea-Launched Ballistic Missile program. This acquisition program represents a critical component of the U.S. Navy's strategic deterrence capabilities, with particular emphasis on fire control systems and associated technical infrastructure.
The federal contract awards associated with this program range from small purchases of $3,001 to larger awards exceeding $3.5 million, with contract periods typically spanning 1-3 years. The majority of contracts are structured as Delivery Orders with Cost Plus Fixed Fee pricing, though some utilize Firm Fixed Price arrangements. General Dynamics Mission Systems appears as a significant contractor, particularly for fire control systems and technical support. The U.S. Navy's Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) office serves as the primary contracting authority. Contract scope includes fire control systems, technical services, propeller maintenance, radiation testing, microscopy equipment, and various analytical systems. While most contracts have no set-aside designation, there are occasional small business and 8(a) set-asides. The contract portfolio demonstrates a focus on both hardware procurement and ongoing technical support services.
Quick answers
What is TRIDENT SUB?
TRIDENT I Submarine (TRIDENT SUB) is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) led by the Department of the Navy. It follows the Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) pathway.
How much has TRIDENT SUB obligated on contracts?
30 contract awards are coded to TRIDENT SUB, and their actions have obligated $52,919,743 since fiscal year 2005.
Who are the top contractors on TRIDENT SUB?
The contractors obligated the most on TRIDENT SUB contracts are Emcube Inc. ($28,723,727), General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc. ($7,521,709) and L3Harris Interstate Electronics Corporation ($5,286,038).
How much did TRIDENT SUB obligate in fiscal year 2025?
Contracts coded to TRIDENT SUB obligated $12,411,331 in fiscal year 2025.
What is the latest contract award for TRIDENT SUB?
The latest contract award coded to TRIDENT SUB is N0016426FG009, awarded to Teledyne Instruments Inc. on December 12, 2025.
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