DODOtherDefense & SecurityAugust 19, 2010

WGS BLOCK II FOLLOW ON

$3,127,786,036

AI Summary

This $3.1 billion contract funds the Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) Block II Follow On satellite communications program. Boeing Satellite Systems in California builds these military communications satellites, which provide high-capacity bandwidth for military operations, enabling communications, intelligence sharing, and command and control worldwide.

Key Points

  1. 01Funds production of WGS military communications satellites
  2. 02Awarded to Boeing Satellite Systems, Inc. in California
  3. 03Contract valued at approximately $3.1 billion, from 2010 to 2028
  4. 04WGS provides wideband communications for military forces globally
  5. 05Critical infrastructure for military command and control

Award Details

Start Date

Aug 19, 2010

End Date

Sep 30, 2028

Category

Defense & Security

State

CA

Award Type

Other

Quick Summary

Amount
$3.1B
Agency
Department of Defense
Recipient
BOEING SATELLITE SYSTEMS, INC.
Type
Other

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