# Coast Guard Plans HC-130J Missionization Contract

The U.S. Coast Guard is preparing a follow-on procurement exceeding **$100 million** to missionize four HC-130J aircraft, with solicitation expected in July 2027 and contract award targeted for the third quarter of fiscal year 2028. This contract will involve installing government-owned Minotaur Mission System Suites and related equipment to support both Coast Guard and Customs and Border Protection operations. The effort builds on a prior **$151.9 million** contract awarded in 2015 to L3Harris for initial HC-130J missionization. This upcoming procurement signals continued investment in enhancing maritime patrol and multi-mission capabilities across key U.S. homeland security agencies.

- **Why this matters:** Procurement professionals should anticipate a significant opportunity in aircraft missionization systems integration, with potential subcontracting or teaming roles for defense and aerospace contractors.
- The contract supports operations in strategic locations including Elizabeth City, North Carolina; Kodiak, Alaska; and Barbers Point, Hawaii, indicating geographic operational priorities.
- Companies with expertise in government-owned mission system installation and integration should prepare for the July 2027 solicitation release and align resources accordingly.
- This procurement reflects ongoing modernization efforts within the Department of Homeland Security, emphasizing interoperability between USCG and CBP mission platforms.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Contracting Vehicles
**Published:** September 21, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
- Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
- Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

### Vendors
- L3Harris (incumbent contractor)

### Sources
- [Coast Guard Forecasts HC-130J Missionization Follow-On](https://www.govconwire.com/articles/coast-guard-hc-130j-missionization-follow-on-forecast) - GovCon Wire