Contract Award Overview
On 25 July 2026, the U.S. Department of War announced that General Dynamics Mission Systems Inc. has been awarded a sole‑source contract valued at a not‑to‑exceed $400,400,000. The award, identified as contract number FA2401-26-C-0003, is issued by the Space Development Agency in Washington, D.C., and is classified as a cost‑plus‑award‑fee, cost‑plus‑fixed‑fee, and cost‑no‑fee letter contract.
The contract mandates the development of the ground segment for the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture Tranche Three capability. Scope of work includes software development, test and integration, as well as operations and maintenance of the ground‑segment mission and service applications.
Execution will occur across five locations: Scottsdale, Arizona; Seattle, Washington; Grand Forks, North Dakota; Redstone Arsenal, Alabama; and Chantilly, Virginia. The program is scheduled for completion by 30 September 2030.
At the time of award, Fiscal Year 2026 research, development, test and evaluation (RDT&E) funds amounting to $60,665,380 are being obligated, representing the initial funding tranche for the effort.
The announcement coincided with a 1.30% increase in General Dynamics' stock price, reflecting market reaction to the contract win.