Akima Wins $480 Million Contract to Enhance U.S. Space Force Satellite Operations

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Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 29, 2024

Akima, a leading provider of products and services to the federal government, has announced that its subsidiary, Five Rivers Analytics, has been awarded the Satellite Control Network Tracking Station Operations, Remote Site and Mission Partner Support (STORMS) contract to assist the U.S. Space Force. This indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract spans ten years and is valued at $

Akima Wins $480 Million Contract to Enhance U.S. Space Force Satellite Operations
by Clarence Oxford
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 29, 2024

Akima, a leading provider of products and services to the federal government, has announced that its subsidiary, Five Rivers Analytics, has been awarded the Satellite Control Network Tracking Station Operations, Remote Site and Mission Partner Support (STORMS) contract to assist the U.S. Space Force. This indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract spans ten years and is valued at $480 million if all options are utilized.

This contract will leverage Akima's expertise in mission support services, focusing on the operation and maintenance of the Space Force's primary Satellite Control Network (SCN). The operational support includes SCN maintenance, management of transportable assets, cybersecurity, routine system administration, and Communications Security (COMSEC) functions. The SCN is a vital system consisting of 19 antennas located worldwide, essential for launching and managing U.S. government satellites, which are integral to defense and intelligence operations.

"We're thrilled to support the U.S. Space Force in this significant endeavor," said Duncan Greene, President of Akima's Mission Systems, Engineering, and Technology Group. "Our partnership with the U.S. Space Force underscores our commitment to enhancing the Satellite Control Network's operational efficiency and resilience. By integrating emerging technology and expanding system capabilities, we're not only bolstering national defense and intelligence but also paving the way for revolutionary advancements in space operations."

In line with Government Accountability Office recommendations, the Space Force's efforts to enhance SCN capacity through the STORMS contract aim to achieve substantial improvements in satellite control and space defense operations.

"This new partnership with the Space Force marks a pivotal step forward in Akima's role as a leader in mission-critical support services for national defense, space exploration, and digital transformation within government," said Greene.