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Tactical Network Radio Systems (Low-Tier)
Budget Figures
FY2026 award data is a partial year — USASpending awards are reported on a rolling basis and the fiscal year does not close until September 30. why partial FY2026 data? →
- FY24
- $4.16M
- FY25
- $4.29M
- FY26
- $3.22M
● actuals (line) · ○ enacted · ◇ request — gaps are editions the program is absent from, never interpolated.
| Series | FY15 | FY16 | FY17 | FY18 | FY19 | FY20 | FY21 | FY22 | FY23 | FY24 | FY25 | FY26 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Actuals | $0 | $0 | $14.2M | $8.85M | $18.8M | $27.2M | $20.5M | $27.7M | $4.26M | $4.16M | ||
| Enacted | $0 | $18.8M | $20.1M | $3.83M | $28.4M | $20.5M | $28.7M | $4.43M | $4.32M | $4.29M | ||
| Request | $18.8M | $20.1M | $3.83M | $35.7M | $28.2M | $28.8M | $4.50M | $4.32M | $4.29M | $3.22M |
blank = series not published for this year; – = absent from that edition.
Asked vs spent: the PB2019 book requested $3.83M for FY2019; the PB2021 book reports $18.8M actually spent — $14.9M above the request.
Program Lineage
No predecessor/successor lineage was recorded for this program element — no FY-to-FY transfer into or out of this line was stated in the ingested J-books, and none was inferred from the program structure.
Description
Mission — Manpack Radio
This funding supports the Army's Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) initiative to modernize Command and Control (C2) systems, Transport Layer. Manpack (MP) radios provide: both Classified and Unclassified communications; the Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System (SINCGARS) waveform for Classified and Unclassified communications; advanced waveforms (e.g. TrellisWare TSM) that provide SBU communications; and the Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) waveform for Tactical Satellite (TACSAT) communications. The HMS program received a positive Full Rate Production (FRP) decision in 2021 and conducts annual Performance Verification Tests (PVTs) and Operational User Assessment (OUAs)/Soldier Touch Points (STPs) to verify vendor enhancements. The Handheld, Manpack, and Small Form Fit (HMS) radio systems serve as the backbone of the Integrated Tactical Network (ITN) architecture, supporting a converged Mission Command network. HMS completed Initial Operational Test and Evaluation (IOT&E) during January 2021. Following the IOT&E test event, HMS outlined specific actions required to resolve test findings from the IOT&E event. RDT&E funding supports testing activities including laboratory technical testing, PVTs, and OUAs/STPs. Each of these events provides both technical and operational user feedback on increased capabilities, future waveform incorporation, soldier usability, and life-cycle sustainment improvements. FY2026 funds in the amount of $1.873M support delta testing, PVTs, OUAs/STPs. Examination of modular and open system architectures potentially decrease future integration and waveform porting costs.
Mission — Tactical Network Radio Systems (Low-Tier)
This funding supports the Army's Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) initiative to modernize Command and Control (C2) systems, Transport Layer. Tactical Network Radio Systems (Low-Tier) provide both Classified and Unclassified communications. The radios provide the Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System (SINCGARS) waveform for Classified and Unclassified communications. They also provide advanced networking waveforms (e.g., TrellisWare TSM) that provide Secure but Unclassified (SBU) communications. The Manpack (MP) radio also provides the Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) waveform capability for Tactical Satellite communications. The Handheld, Manpack, and Small Form Fit (HMS) radio program is a single Acquisition Category 1C program encompassing handheld radios and manpack radios. Handheld radio variants include the legacy single-channel Rifleman Radio (RR), Single Channel Data Radio (SCDR) in support of Soldier Born Mission Command (SBMC), two-channel Leader Radio (LR), and Sensitive But Unclassified-Encryption (SBU-E). The manpack variants include the legacy Generation 1 Manpack (MP) and the current Generation 2 Manpack. HMS provides voice and data communication to the expeditionary Warfighter with an on-the-move, at-the-halt, and stationary Line of Sight (LOS)/Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS) capability for both dismounted personnel and platforms. HMS radio systems are software reprogrammable, networkable, multi-mode systems capable of simultaneous voice and data communication. HMS radios will support a variety of other platforms, including tactical End User Devices (EUD) voice and data needs. HMS provides tailorable and scalable, software-defined radio systems meeting U.S. Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, and Special Operations Command communications needs. HMS completed Initial Operational Test and Evaluation (IOT&E) during January 2021. Following the IOT&E test event, HMS outlined specific actions required to resolve test findings from the IOT&E event. FY2026 RDT&E funding supports testing activities including laboratory technical testing, Performance Verification Tests (PVTs), and Operational User Assessments (OUAs)/Soldier Touch Points (STPs). Each of these events provides both technical and operational user feedback on increased capabilities, future waveform incorporation, soldier usability, and life-cycle sustainment improvements. The FY 2026 request was reduced by $0.478 million for Advisory and Assistance Services to promote efficiencies and advance the policies of the Administration in alignment with Executive Order 14222, "Implementing the President's Department of Government Efficiency Cost Efficiency Initiative."
Mission — Rifleman Radio (RR)
This funding supports the Army's Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) initiative to modernize Command and Control (C2) systems, Transport Layer. Handheld radios provide both Classified and Unclassified communications. Leader radios provide the Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System (SINCGARS) legacy waveform for Classified and Unclassified communications. HMS radios also provide advanced waveforms (e.g., TrellisWare TSM) that provide Sensitive But Unclassified-Encryption (SBU-E) and Secret and Below (SAB) communications. The SBU-E is a critical component of radio modernization for the Army. The HMS program plans to host a PVT and Operational User Assessments (OUAs)/Soldier Touch Points (STPs) annually to verify vendor enhancements. The Single Channel Data Radio (SCDR) is an Associated Support Items of Equipment (ASIOE) for the Sodlier Born Mission Command (SBMC). HMS completed Initial Operational Test and Evaluation (IOT&E) during January 2021. Following the IOT&E test event, HMS outlined specific actions required to resolve test findings from the IOT&E event. RDT&E funding supports testing activities including laboratory technical testing, Performance Verification Tests (PVTs), and OUAs/STPs. Each of these events provides both technical and operational user feedback on increased capabilities, future waveform incorporation, soldier usability, and life-cycle sustainment improvements. Handheld radios provide voice/data communication to the expeditionary Warfighter with an on-the-move, at-the-halt, and stationary Line of Sight (LOS)/Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS) capability for both dismounted personnel and platforms. Handheld radio systems are software reprogrammable, networkable, multi-mode systems capable of simultaneous voice and data communication. Handheld radios will support a variety of other platforms, including tactical End User Devices (EUD) voice and data needs. HMS provides tailorable and scalable, software-defined radio systems meeting U.S. Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, and Special Operations Command communications needs. The HMS program serves as the transportation component of the Tactical Network in support of NGC2. FY2026 funds in the amount of $1.349M support delta testing, Performance Verification Tests (PVTs), Operational User Assessments (OUAs), Soldier Touch Points (STPs), examination of modular and open system architectures to decrease future integration and waveform porting costs.
Justification
Accomplishments & Planned Programs (6)
HMS Engineering/Technical Support
Overall technical analysis support to HMS Handheld products.
Test and Evaluation
Manpack's Test and Evaluation focuses on the key technical and operational characteristics of the system: Radio Frequency performance, security, Reliability, Availability & Maintainability, suitability and survivability requirements, in addition to operational environmental performance requirements as per the Capability Production Document. Results from OT facilitated future procurement for Full Rate Production and informed required delta testing. HMS funding supports delta testing, Performance Verification Tests (PVTs), and Operational User Assessments (OUAs)/Soldier Touch Points (STPs).
Test and Evaluation
Handheld's Test and Evaluation focuses on the evaluation of key technical and operational characteristics of the system: Radio Frequency performance, security, Reliability, Availability & Maintainability, and survivability requirements, in addition to operational environmental performance requirements as per the Capability Production Document. Results from the IOT&E facilitated future procurement for Full Rate Production and informed required delta testing. HMS funding supports delta testing, Performance Verification Tests (PVTs), and Operational User Assessments (OUAs)/Soldier Touch Points (STPs).
Program Management
Program management includes overall management of program execution, major events, reporting, funds execution, contract management, and logistical support. Includes participation in program planning and Integrated Product Team meetings.
HMS Engineering/Technical Support
Overall technical analysis support to HMS Manpack products.
Program Management
Program management includes overall management of program execution, major events, reporting, funds execution, contract management, and logistical support. Includes participation in program planning and Integrated Product Team meetings.
Budget Line Items(workbook-cited)
Exhibit R-1
| Account | Org | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research, Development, Test and Evaluation, Army | A | FY24 Actuals | $4.16M |
| Research, Development, Test and Evaluation, Army | A | FY25 Enacted | $4.29M |
| Research, Development, Test and Evaluation, Army | A | FY25 Total | $4.29M |
| Research, Development, Test and Evaluation, Army | A | FY26 Disc. Request | $3.22M |
| Research, Development, Test and Evaluation, Army | A | FY26 Total | $3.22M |
Budget Details(R-2/P-40 facts)
| Project | FY24 Actuals | FY25 Total | FY26 Base | FY26 Request |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FA2: Rifleman Radio (RR) | $1.41M | $1.44M | $1.35M | $1.35M |
| FA1: Manpack Radio | $2.75M | $2.85M | $1.87M | $1.87M |
| Program Element | $4.16M | $4.29M | $3.22M | $3.22M |
No follow-the-dollar view — this program's awards haven't been crosswalked at high confidence (flows cover 17 of 1741 programs). why coverage is partial? →
Awards
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Lobbying Mentions
No Senate LDA lobbying filing in the tracked data mentions this program element by code or alias.
No research dossier for this program — dossiers cover 50 of 1741 programs, the largest fully J-book-detailed lines by FY2026 requested dollars. why no dossier here? →