Under the contract, Raytheon’s advanced technology team will develop software that enables each building block within a radar to operate independently, allowing a single radar to perform multiple missions simultaneously. By treating each building block as its own software-defined aperture, the radar can rapidly adapt to changing operational needs and better share crowded frequency bands with commercial networks such as 5G.

“The electromagnetic spectrum is more crowded than ever, and our systems have to be smarter about how they operate in it,” said Colin Whelan, president of advanced technology at Raytheon. “With precise, software-driven control over where and how we radiate, we’re taking an important step forward in how we use software‑defined apertures to keep pace with evolving mission demands.”

Building on Raytheon’s long-standing work in software‑defined apertures, this flexible, modular architecture delivers capability enhancements through software rather than hardware redesign. This approach allows radar performance to be adapted and expanded over time with greater speed, lower cost, and reduced risk.

Once the software development is complete, Raytheon will conduct a series of demonstrations to validate independent control of radar modules and associated capabilities such as multi-mission operation and spectrum sharing. Upon successful validation, the technology is expected to be transitioned into operational naval radar systems.

Source: RTX

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Enhanced PTS-P is part of the Space Force’s Force Design and is intended to expand protected satellite communications to support warfighters operating in highly contested environments. The program is under the purview of the Acting PAE and is managed by Space Systems Command’s System Delta 88, led by U.S. Space Force Col. A.J. Ashby.

The prototype is designed to improve satellite communications performance in the presence of jamming through advanced antennas and space-based processing of the Protected Tactical Waveform, or PTW.

“Enhanced PTS-P represents another important step in delivering more resilient, protected communications capabilities to the joint force,” said Erin Carper, acting Space Force portfolio acquisition executive for Satellite Communications and Positioning, Navigation and Timing. “This capability will help ensure tactical users can operate with greater confidence in contested environments.”

As part of the Enhanced PTS-P acquisition strategy, this contract exemplifies multiple Department of War Acquisition Transformation principles by emphasizing contractor accountability and affordability.

The strategy also improves contracting processes by leveraging follow-on Other Transaction authorities, which is a flexible pathway for the government to develop and prototype new capabilities faster. Northrop Grumman was previously awarded prototype contracts and completed critical design reviews in 2021.

Most importantly, Enhanced PTS-P accelerates capability to the warfighter by utilizing an additional middle-tier acquisition period to iteratively deliver improved PTW satellite communications for earlier operational use on the path to full requirement satisfaction.

“Enhanced PTS-P pairs innovative technology with an acquisition approach designed to move faster and deliver protected SATCOM capabilities where they are needed most,” said Mozhdeh Najafabadi, PTS-P/R system program manager. “That combination is essential as we acquire and employ more resilient space capabilities.”

Enhanced PTS-P is expected to inform future Protected Tactical Satellite Communications capability development and demonstrate how the Space Force can deliver more responsive, resilient communications options to support the joint force.

Source: Space Systems Command

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The Enterprise Cloud Analytics and Processing (eCAP) task order, awarded under the Responsive Strategic Sourcing for Services (RS3) contract, provides continued support for the Army’s Digital Transformation initiatives to include research, assessment, development, integration, prototyping, fielding, operation, sustainment of the Cloud, Cloud Modernization, Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning (AI/ML) based models, systems, applications, platforms, and infrastructure to bolster data-centric workflow efficiency for MultiDomain Operations (MDO) and Joint All Domain Operations (JADO) environments. DSA will deliver end-to‑end support across advanced technology development, secure capability transition, and full lifecycle sustainment. The scope of work ensures mission continuity through integrated cybersecurity, system fielding and operations, demonstrations and exercises, and enterprise lab services that accelerate the delivery of modern, data driven capabilities to the Army.

This effort advances the Army’s ability to rapidly develop, deploy, and scale data driven capabilities through critical cloud modernization initiatives that modernize legacy software systems, enhance enduring capabilities, and transform platforms to support future mission requirements. Collectively, this work will directly support the Army’s modernization priorities by improving agility, resilience, and mission effectiveness across the enterprise.

“The eCAP award builds on our longstanding partnership with the U.S. Army and reinforces DSA’s commitment to supporting Digital Transformation initiatives that directly impact mission success,” said John Foley, CEO of DSA. “Our team is honored to continue delivering secure, scalable, and datacentric solutions that empower soldiers and decision makers with the speed and insight required to operate in today’s dynamic threat environment.”

This award further underscores DSA’s role as a trusted partner delivering mission critical solutions in support of the Army and the broader Defense and Intelligence Communities, according to the company.

Source: DSA

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Small businesses in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) provide vital technological innovation in support of U.S. national security. However, they face persistent cybersecurity threats from criminal and nation-state actors, putting them and warfighters at risk.

The NCODE initiative provides DIB small businesses with a streamlined, Department of Defense (DoD) funded vehicle to improve their cybersecurity posture and reduce mission risk through Verified External Service Providers (VESPs). By working with VESPs such as Exostar, small businesses can implement National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards including NIST Special Publication 800-171 (NIST SP 800-171) required to receive Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) accreditation and qualify for DoD contracts.

Exostar’s selection reflects its deep experience supporting small businesses across the DIB, along with its early achievement of CMMC Level 2 accreditation and FedRAMP Moderate Equivalent authorization. These capabilities power the company’s CMMC Ready Suite, a secure, cloud-based environment that enables organizations to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and more efficiently meet evolving cybersecurity requirements at scale, the company said

“Programs like NCODE are critical to ensuring small businesses can participate fully and securely in priority Army initiatives,” said Richard Addi, president and chief executive officer at Exostar. “We’re proud to support a scalable approach that helps suppliers meet cybersecurity requirements while accelerating mission readiness.”

Source: Exostar

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The agreement, a Production Other Transaction Authority (OTA) originally awarded in September 2025, provides any component across the entire Department of War with a streamlined, turn-key pathway to access Scale’s end-to-end AI capabilities – spanning data labeling, model development, generative AI platforms, and engineering services – across NIPR, SIPR, and JWICS networks.

The five-fold ceiling increase follows the rapid uptake of the agreement across the Department since its original award. DoW components have leveraged the vehicle to initiate Project Agreements spanning computer vision, generative AI decision-support, and data operations, reflecting a level of demand that exceeded the original ceiling. The expansion ensures the agreement can support the full breadth of the Department’s AI ambitions, aligning with the Department of War AI Strategy and its focus on building a robust data foundation and creating an agile, iterative pipeline for AI deployment at the tactical edge.

“As the era of small-scale AI pilots gives way to enterprise-wide deployment, the infrastructure decisions the Department makes known – which platforms to trust, which data operations to invest in, which partners to build for the long term – will shape the operational AI capabilities of the U.S. military for the decade ahead,” said Kathryn Harris, head of defense at Scale AI. “The expansion of Scale’s agreement with CDAO is a direct reflection of the trust we’ve earned and the accelerating demand across the force for capabilities such as Scale’s that work at the speed and security level the mission requires. Our platform is designed to help the Department operationalize its Responsible AI principles, ensuring that as we scale these capabilities, they remain reliable, auditable, and trusted by the warfighter. We’re proud to deepen this partnership and to serve as the Department’s long-term AI infrastructure partner.”

Source: Scale AI

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These awards mark a significant step in expanding the NRO’s access to cutting-edge multi-phenomenology remote sensing capabilities, including electrooptical (EO), hyperspectral imaging (HSI), and radio frequency (RF) to enhance NRO’s intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance mission. The SCE CSO represents a flexible, industry-aligned acquisition model designed to rapidly integrate commercial technologies such as EO, HSI, radar, RF, and Light Detection and Ranging.

Building on the success of prior SCE efforts, this initiative features a rolling five-year proposal window, enabling the NRO to engage a diverse range of providers—including emerging startups and non-traditional innovators—without fixed deadlines. These partnerships accelerate the delivery of operational capabilities to the NRO and its interagency partners, ensuring resilience and adaptability in a rapidly evolving global landscape.

“These awards underscore the NRO’s commitment to leveraging the best of commercial innovation to stay ahead of emerging challenges,” said Pete Muend, director of the NRO’s Commercial Systems Program Office. “By combining multi-phenomenology data from providers like EarthDaily, ICEYE, and Pixxel, we can deliver more comprehensive, timely insights for national security, environmental monitoring, disaster response, and humanitarian efforts.”

Commercial providers receiving awards include EarthDaily for daily global EO coverage, ICEYE for RF capabilities, and Pixxel for HSI. These selections highlight NRO’s commitment to dismantling traditional barriers and fostering efficient pathways for industry engagement. An alternate acquisition approach to Broad Agency Announcements, CSOs can be used to acquire innovative commercial items, technologies, or services that directly meet NRO requirements. The first NRO CSO contract awards were announced Feb. 10. The CSO complements existing SCE Broad Agency Announcements and does not replace them, instead expanding the NRO’s toolkit for agile acquisitions. Budget permitting, the NRO anticipates additional awards later in 2026 to further diversify its multi-phenomenology portfolio and address evolving mission gaps.

Source: NRO

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“Booz Allen is uniquely positioned to field emerging capabilities that drive the critical mission of Golden Dome for America,” said Angela Wallace, executive vice president. “Over the last decade, we have invested in space-based missile defense to deliver advanced technology to the mission at speed. We look forward to our continued partnership with the Department of War to advance the future of homeland defense.”

The global strategic landscape has changed, and a new generation of threats hold the homeland at risk. Golden Dome for America’s USSF SBI program aims to address this gap by developing and deploying a proliferated Low Earth Orbit constellation of interceptors capable of boost, midcourse, and glide phase engagements.

“Booz Allen’s decades of command and control and missile defense experience paired with our advanced software and AI solutions deliver a modern approach to the SBI mission with a performance-first mindset,” said Katie Carr, an engineering director in Booz Allen’s national security business.

Source: Booz Allen

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“Our role on the Space-Based Interceptor program is to deliver space-based systems capable of intercepting missiles under extreme engagement conditions while achieving a unit cost and level of reliability necessary for scale,” said Even Rogers, CEO and co-founder of True Anomaly. “As we have with all of our products to date, we are investing at scale and bringing together private capital, world-class talent, and industry-leading partners to harness American innovation and execute a program with enormous national security implications.”

True Anomaly was among twelve companies awarded OTA agreements by SSC, a select group spanning both traditional defense primes and leading commercial space companies. The awards represent a combined value of up to $3.2 billion across twenty agreements, designed to develop a proliferated Low Earth Orbit constellation of interceptors capable of boost, midcourse, and glide phase engagements, with an initial capability demonstration targeted for 2028.

The company’s expansion into space-based interceptors extends its portfolio into one of the most consequential national security challenges, enabled by a new level of partnership between the defense industrial base and the U.S. government.

Source: True Anomaly

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For nearly three decades, the AN/PVS-14 monocular night vision system set the global benchmark, trusted by American and allied forces in operation around the world. BiNOD is set to redefine that benchmark and deliver the next evolution of overmatch for all parts of the maneuvering force, the company said.

“BiNOD is the modern night vision upgrade our soldiers need now,” said Erik Fox, senior vice president and general manager of Elbit America’s Warfighter Systems Division. “With BiNOD we’re delivering the visual overmatch required on today’s battlefield, while keeping the system lightweight and comfortable for Soldiers during extended missions.”

“As warfare evolves, one constant remains: dominance at night matters. At Elbit America, we create that advantage by building side by side with the soldier,” said the company’s President and CEO Luke Savoie. “From BiNOD to our next generation systems, we’re not just delivering night vision, we’re shaping it. Rugged, trusted and able to be produced in mass, BiNOD is offered at a price point for our customers to get them at volume. Elbit America gives our nation’s warriors the confidence to move first, see farther, and maneuver at night just like it’s the day. That’s why the U.S. Army counts on us as its night vision partner, and why we’ll keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.”

The U.S. Army’s BiNOD program was previously known as the Night Vision Device-Next
(NVD-N) program.

Source: Elbit America

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Under this follow-on award, Vantor delivers and operates GEGD Pro, a secure, web-based geospatial intelligence platform that leverages Vantor’s Tensorglobe software suite. Designed exclusively for NGA as the primary commercial GEOINT platform for the U.S. government, GEGD Pro provides secure access to commercial and government furnished GEOINT content for more than 1.2 million government users across 250+ organizations.

GEGD Pro is a source-agnostic platform that integrates multiple geospatial data sources, including digital maps, refined persistent change model data, and other derived products. It also enables secure viewing, streaming, and analysis of petabyte-scale datasets, including commercial electro-optical, radar, and other NGA-procured data—a scale unmatched by other hosting platforms.

“GEGD Pro demonstrates how a flexible, integrated platform can support critical national security missions today while scaling for tomorrow,” said Susanne Hake, executive vice president and general manager, U.S. government at Vantor. “The platform delivers uninterrupted, trusted access to GEOINT, enabling faster, more informed operational decisions and delivering capabilities that can extend beyond a single agency to other mission partners.”

While GEGD Pro is NGA-specific, Vantor can configure its Tensorglobe spatial intelligence platform to serve as a foundation for other government and large enterprise programs. The platform’s underlying components—Cortex for intelligent tasking, Forge for production and fusion, and Nexus for content hosting and access—can be deployed in the cloud, on-premises, or at the edge for maximum flexibility and security. These components deliver core platform capabilities to any environment, orchestrating data flows across tasking, collection, content production, fusion, and AI-driven analytics.

Source: Vantor

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