# Space Force Awards Viasat $450M Network Contract

The U.S. Space Force Space Systems Command awarded Viasat an indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract with a $450 million ceiling to develop, deploy, sustain, and operate the Space Data Network Backbone mission operations center for the Golden Dome effort. An initial $115 million task order funds development and scaling of the center and network operations capabilities. The full IDIQ ceiling is not guaranteed funding; additional work depends on future task orders and government requirements.

- Procurement teams should distinguish the $450 million ceiling from the $115 million initial task order when assessing funded work and potential follow-on demand.
- The award covers mission operations and network capabilities across development, deployment, sustainment, and operations, signaling demand for secure, high-capacity data transport supporting defense missions.
- Contractors pursuing related work can assess capabilities aligned with space-based data transport and network operations; any additional contract work remains contingent on future task orders and government requirements.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military, Information Technology
**Topics:** Digital Infrastructure
**Published:** November 13, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Space Force (USSF)
- Space Systems Command (SSC)

### Vendors
- Viasat (awardee)

### Key Quotes
> This award leverages Viasat’s deep experience operating complex, mission-critical networks. By bringing commercial scale and dual-use innovative technology to support Government capability delivery, we are committed to supporting the Space Force’s effort to field secure, high-capacity data transport for current and future defense missions.
> — Craig Miller, President of Viasat Government

### Sources
- [Viasat: $450 Million U.S. Space Force Contract For Golden Dome Space Data Network Backbone Development](https://pulse2.com/viasat-450-million-u-s-space-force-contract-for-golden-dome-space-data-network-backbone-development) - Pulse 2.0