Guiding the Way: Raytheon Extends GPS OCX Work with $380M Air Force Deal
Raytheon, Aurora, Colorado, has been awarded a $379,779,763 contract modification (P00454) to previously awarded (FA8807-10-C-0001) for global positioning system next generation operational control system and pre-operational acceptance support and post-operational acceptance interim contractor support. This modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract is $4,511,067,078 and the option value is $162,584,179. This modification definitizes previously awarded undefinitized change order (P00439), extending the base period from 12 to 16 months and adds an additional 12-month option period. Work will be performed at Aurora, Colorado; Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado; Vandenberg SFB, California; and other locations. The base period of performance is expected to be completed by March 31, 2026, and the option period of performance is expected is expected to be completed by March 31, 2027. No funds are being obligated at the time of award as the contract continues to be incrementally funded. The Space Systems Command, Los Angeles Air Force Base, California, is the contracting activity.