Harris Corp. Awarded IDIQ Contract with Potential Value of $38 Million to Provide Tactical Radio Systems to International Par...
November 09 2011 - 4:01PM
Business Wire
Harris Corporation (NYSE:HRS), an international communications
and information technology company, has been awarded an Indefinite
Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a potential
total value of $38 million to supply military communications and
field assistance to international partners of the U.S. Southern
Command. Harris received $7.7 million in delivery orders in the
first quarter of fiscal 2012 to supply Falcon tactical radios for
the program.
The four-year contract, awarded by the U.S. Army Space and
Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command
(USASMDC/ARSTRAT), is a vehicle for Harris to a provide radios,
accessories, communication systems and services to these partners.
The contract is part of the U.S. Government's counter-illicit
trafficking program, which focuses on collaboration and
interoperability by providing defense equipment, training and
services.
“This contract establishes a vehicle for Harris to support
nations in Southern Command’s Area of Responsibility with
world-class Falcon tactical radios and integrated communication
system solutions,” said Dana Mehnert, group president, Harris RF
Communications. “These radios and systems will deliver enhanced
situational awareness and command and control technology in
addressing the persistent problem of illicit trafficking. Our
portfolio will provide the communication capabilities users need
for mission success.”
The contract covers an expansive sustainment program with
certified Harris trainers and engineers providing operator and
maintenance support throughout the region. It also provides a
logistics backbone to support the inventory of existing Falcon II®
radios— such as the RF-5800H High Frequency and the RF-5800M
multiband radios — as well as a path to upgrade to Falcon III
radios such as the RF-7800M multiband and RF-7800V VHF radios.
Harris RF Communications is the leading global supplier of
secure radio communications and embedded high-grade encryption
solutions for military, government and commercial organizations.
The company's Falcon® family of software-defined tactical radio
systems encompasses manpack, handheld and vehicular applications.
Falcon III is the next generation of radios supporting the U.S.
military's Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS) requirements, as well
as network-centric operations worldwide. Harris RF Communications
is also a leading supplier of assured communications® systems and
equipment for public safety, utility and transportation markets —
with products ranging from the most advanced IP voice and data
networks to portable and mobile single- and multiband radios.
About Harris Corporation
Harris is an international communications and information
technology company serving government and commercial markets in
more than 150 countries. Headquartered in Melbourne, Florida, the
company has approximately $6 billion of annual revenue and more
than 16,000 employees — including nearly 7,000 engineers and
scientists. Harris is dedicated to developing best-in-class assured
communications® products, systems, and services. Additional
information about Harris Corporation is available at
www.harris.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that
reflect management's current expectations, assumptions and
estimates of future performance and economic conditions. Such
statements are made in reliance upon the safe harbor provisions of
Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The company cautions investors
that any forward-looking statements are subject to risks and
uncertainties that may cause actual results and future trends to
differ materially from those matters expressed in or implied by
such forward-looking statements. Statements about the expected
value of the program to Harris are forward-looking and involve
risks and uncertainties. Harris disclaims any intention or
obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements,
whether as a result of new information, future events, or
otherwise.
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