Award
Delivery Order #FA868826FB003
BAE Systems Awarded Contract for Tanker Defense Study
Buyer
Department of the Air Force
Ceiling
$1,297,215.00
Awarded
February 20, 2026
Period of Performance
Feb 20, 2026 – Jun 20, 2026
Identifier
FA868826FB003
NAICS
541715
This award is a firm-fixed-price delivery order contract granted to BAE Systems Information and Electronic Systems Integration Inc., a company known for delivering advanced defense and electronic system solutions. The contract involves conducting a tanker platform-agnostic kinetic self-defense study, aimed at enhancing protective measures for tanker aircraft. This work supports the Air Force's strategic development efforts by addressing critical defense capabilities. The contract falls under a larger multiple award IDIQ vehicle previously secured by BAE Systems, emphasizing the company's integral role in Air Force development services through competitive bidding. The study's scope includes comprehensive analysis as detailed in the statement of work, conducted at the recipient’s Nashua, New Hampshire facility. The project is scheduled for a focused, multi-month performance period, highlighting its tactical importance to defense innovation and security.
Description
THIS IS A FIRM FIXED PRICE CONTRACT FOR A TANKER PLATFORM AGNOSTIC KINETIC SELF DEFENSE STUDY, AS OUTLINED IN THE ATTACHED STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW).