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TACTICAL NETWORK COMMUNICATION

ArmyProcurementPartial ReconciliationBLI1989B11200
What it is
TACTICAL NETWORK COMMUNICATION (1989B11200) is an Army procurement line funded in the Other Procurement, Army account.
What changed
+$487.7M FY25→26 P-1 TOA · PB2026
Who gets it
No single contractor is published as this line's leader. 1 linked award record is listed below. This line's high-confidence links do not clear the floor for a published concentration index — at least 3 awards across 2 contractor families holding positive obligations, with positive net linked dollars. Why the crosswalk is partial.

Budget figures

FY24 Actuals
Not in the FY2026 J-books we ingested
FY25 Enacted
$378.6MP-1 TOA · PB2026
FY26 Request
$866.3MP-1 TOA · PB2026
FY25→26 Change
+$487.7MP-1 TOA · PB2026
Data coverage

FY2026 award data is a partial year — USAspending reports awards on a rolling basis, and this corpus runs through 2026-09-04. why partial FY2026 data? →

Budget trajectory

The program's 2 summary figures for FY25 to FY26, plotted in fiscal-year order: this line ends higher than it starts. The points are the summary cards above, not a separate derivation; the table beside the chart carries each figure with its own citation.
The program's 2 summary figures for FY25 to FY26, plotted in fiscal-year order: this line ends higher than it starts. The points are the summary cards above, not a separate derivation; the table beside the chart carries each figure with its own citation.FY25: $378.6MFY26: $866.3MFY25FY26
Budget trajectory: one row per fiscal year, carrying the summary figure the sparkline plots. Every figure opens its own citation.
Fiscal yearAmount
FY25$378.6M
FY26$866.3M

All series figures: P-1 TOA · PB2026

Decade view

P-1/R-1 workbook TOA basis, shown compact in $B/$M (the workbook records USD thousands); each figure cites its own President's Budget edition

2 fiscal years of this program as published (FY2025–FY2026): a line through the actuals (filled dots), with the enacted (hollow circles) and request (diamonds) markers each edition reported. Read it for direction, not for precision — this program's actuals line is too short to show a direction. The grid below is the same data as text, one cited figure per cell.
2 fiscal years of this program as published (FY2025–FY2026): a line through the actuals (filled dots), with the enacted (hollow circles) and request (diamonds) markers each edition reported. Read it for direction, not for precision — this program's actuals line is too short to show a direction. The grid below is the same data as text, one cited figure per cell.FY2025 enacted — PB2026 editionFY2026 request — PB2026 editionFY25FY26

The vertical scale does not start at zero: the baseline sits just below this program’s smallest year, so a low point on this line is not a small amount. Read the shape for direction and the grid below for the figures.

● actuals (line)  ·  ○ enacted  ·  ◇ request — gaps are editions the program is absent from, never interpolated.

Decade series values by fiscal year and President's Budget edition: one row per series (actuals, enacted, request), one column per fiscal year. Every figure opens its own citation.
SeriesFY25FY26
Enacted$378.6M
Request–$866.3M

blank = series not published for this year; – = absent from that edition.

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

Description — TACTICAL NETWORK COMMUNICATION

Tactical Network Communication funding supports the Army's Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) initiative to modernize Command and Control (C2) systems, Transport Layer. In FY 2025, B11200 Tactical Network Communication consolidated Other Procurement, Army (OPA) budget lines: B00010 Signal Modernization Program and B07100/B07110 Tactical Network Technology Mod in Service (TNT-MIS). This line is the Army's response to FY24 Defense Appropriations language requiring consolidation options of Other Procurement, Army (OPA) budget lines. This line is not a new start: funds have been realigned from B00010 and B07100/B07110, these funds will be used to continue funding ongoing efforts. The Tactical Network Communication funding line consists of two distinct portfolios: Signal Modernization (SIGMOD) Program & Tactical Network Tech Mod in Svc (TNT-MIS). The SIGMOD portfolio funding supports the Army's Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) initiative to modernize Command and Control (C2) systems, Transport Layer. These funds procure a portfolio of products that deliver the latest Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) networking and communications capabilities to enable the Warfighter's ability to conduct Mission Command at every stage of operations - from home station to early entry to the most austere environments of the battlefield. The SIGMOD capabilities augment, extend, and strengthen the tactical network by providing rapidly deployable, high-throughput, low-latency Line-of-Sight (LOS) and Beyond Line-of-Sight (BLOS) capabilities and cutting-edge networking systems. Line of Sight Backhaul Radios: Supports the NGC2 Mid-Tier LOS Data backhaul mounted/dismounted configurations and Point to Multi-Point radio solutions. These solutions provide mesh-enabled LOS internodal broadband radios, data transport, Command Post Communications, Low Probability of Interception and Detection (LPI/LPD), and Anti-Jam (AJ) capabilities. The radios enable Secure but unclassified (SBU) and Colorless Core transport Domains for improved interoperability, usability, flexibility, and readiness through smaller and more expeditionary technology. Broadband Kit (BK): Supports the NGC2 mounted/dismounted capability used to connect to cloud-based resources and provides remote internet connectivity through a lightweight mobile broadband communication solution utilizing VPN-secured connectivity over both public and commercial cellular service. BK v1 is dismounted and v2 is vehicle mounted. Commercial Coalition Equipment (CCE): Provides both commercial and coalition communications Local Area Networks (LAN) and radio bridging voice cross-banding (RBVC) capabilities, supporting command, control, and coalition partners to enable the Mission Partner Environment (MPE) among forces. The CCE program is comprised of five variants: CCEv2, CCEv4, CCEv4A, CCE NETOPS, and CCE Common Services Hub (CSHub). Secure Wireless (WiFi): Provides WiFi based access points to enable resilient, encrypted mobility across classified and unclassified environments. Secure Wireless enables wireless Mission Command for laptops, tablets and phones, improving survivability by dramatically reducing set-up and teardown times. Secure Wireless enables echelons at brigade and above, along with mobile command and control vehicles, to connect to and use the Tactical Network as backhaul. Secure Wireless (Cellular): Support the NGC2 architecture by providing connections for end-user-devices to compute and store capabilities in a form of the private cellular bubble. Terrestrial Transmission Line of Sight (TRILOS) System: Enables LOS low-latency and high-throughput broadband communications to extend the network by utilizing a radio with significantly reduced Size, Weight and Power (SWaP). TRILOS also provides RF path diversity, making the system more resilient to jamming in contested environments. Provides point to point and point to multi-point. Troposcatter Transmission System (TROPO): Enables BLOS low-latency broadband communications in a satellite denied environment over longer ranges and at higher throughput. TROPO enables Army units to reduce reliance on costly satellite bandwidth and provides RF path diversity. Enroute Mission Command (EMC): Supports the Global Response Force requirement to execute mission command when conducting Airborne forcible entry operations, to include mission planning and rehearsal, while enroute on board US Air Force Air Mobility Command aircraft. EMC modernizes enroute communications to enable broadband reach-back data capability utilizing military or commercial networks with adequate bandwidth to support required Mission Command and Intelligence applications. The Tactical Network Technology Modernization in Service (TNT MIS) portfolio supports the Army's Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) initiative to modernize Command and Control (C2) systems, Transport Layer. Tactical Network Technology Modernization in Service (TNT MIS) funding line enables mission command capabilities and connects highly mobile and dispersed forces together by providing network connectivity and transport for the ground domain to connect with the Department of Defense Information Network (DoDIN). TNT MIS provides modernization of commercial technology ensuring a resilient cybersecurity posture. These upgrades are critical to defending the network from emerging cyber threats, ensuring commanders maintain communications in a contested environment. Command and Control (C2) At-The-Quick-Halt (ATQH) is the dismounted modernization effort focusing on alternative state-of-the-art technology to meet the operational needs in accordance with the Army decision for future tactical network requirements. The C2 ATQH capabilities will provide simplified, modular, flexible tactical network transport solutions. ATQH capability consists of a Network Appliance, GEO terminal (with the potential ability to be MEO certified) and Commercial LEO flat panel terminal. C2 On-The-Move (OTM) is the mounted modernization effort focusing on alternative state-of-the-art technology to meet the operational needs in accordance with the Army decision for future tactical network requirements. FY 2025 funds the procurement of tactical edge compute and store A-Kit and B-Kit hardware and On-the-Move platform installation and checkout. PLEO provides both Mounted and Unmounted capability which supports modernization effort focusing on data centric command and control to meet future tactical network requirements using the Commercial LEO flat panel terminal. Multi Orbit Antenna is the state-of-the-art MEO/GEO capability, high throughput, low latency, terminal supporting C2 nodes Battalion to Division. Network Appliance is a small baseband like appliance with dedicated resources to support network requirements including Software Defined Networking, Firewall, interfaces to transport capabilities, Wi-Fi, and Public Cellular. TNT MIS Next Generation Command and Control Transport enables and ties into the Network to support The Army Unified Network Strategy. The Regional Hub Nodes (RHN) are a critical component of the Army's modernized Software Defined Network (SDN) infrastructure that keep pace with the future C2 architecture. The Regional Hub Nodes provide flexible connections and resilient global networks designed to support large-scale combat operations. The RHN transport diversity modernization efforts are needed to support NGC2 transport architecture. The RHNs act as bridges, seamlessly connecting the tactical network used by deployed units to the Army's primary network (DODIN-A) and Regional Hub Node (RHN). The RHN infrastructure supports Data Centric Army Transport and supports NGC2 Transport concept and is located at: Division and Corps Homes Station Mission Command Centers (HSMCCs), Public and Private Cloud Environments, and Secure Army Data Centers. The RHN effort also provides Global Agile Integrated Transport (GAIT) capabilities that includes upgrading hardware and software, simplifying network design, and leveraging a variety of communication methods - including LEO/MEO/GEO satellites and 4G/5G cellular technology - to ensure constant connectivity in contested environments. The RHN Software Defined Network (SDN) architecture also incorporates military fiber and commercial Internet transport. This enhances transport diversity and connectivity by providing simplified and rapid communication channels between units, utilizing diverse commercial and military transport options. Virtual Mission Enclave (vME) hardware and software is a set of virtual network functions that enhances Division network infrastructure, delivering improved mission readiness, enhanced cybersecurity, and increased resilience. vME provides faster deployment of critical network elements, centralized threat detection, and scalable infrastructure - ensuring a more secure and responsive tactical network for the warfighter. SIPR Enclaves are encryption and switch boxes for SIPR access. Force-pooled BDE and below encryption, and switch to access classified enclaves as required by warfighting functions in a primarily SBU-E environment. SATCOM Obsolescence THN provides funding for the latest modernized extra-large deployable terminal (XLDT). Extra-large deployable terminal provides mobile network connectivity for Army Tactical Theater level units and keep pace with the future C2 architecture. The XLDT provides flexible data centric global networks to the tactical network's SATCOM and RHN Software Defined Network (SDN) transport infrastructure. This mobile platform consists of a tri or quad-band antenna with baseband and allows for flexible and resilient network control at the Corp and below echelons. The RHN and XLDT efforts work in tandem to provide a comprehensive and resilient unfragmented network, ensuring seamless connectivity from the tactical edge to the Army Enterprise.

Justification

Justification — TACTICAL NETWORK COMMUNICATION

B11225 - SIGNAL MODERIZATION PRO FY26 procurement dollars in the amount of $142.400 million supports: Hardware for FY 2026 SIGMOD Systems: - LOS Backhaul Radio Dismounted - LOS Backhaul Radio Mounted - Point to Multi-Point LOS Radio - Broadband Kit - CCEv4A - CCE NETOPS - CCE CSHub - Secure Wireless (WiFi) Small Form Factor (SFF) - Secure Cellular - TROPO-M - TRILOS Additionally, FY 2026 procurement dollars supports the following for SIGMOD: Spares: Costs associated with the procurement of field and pipeline spares for the SIGMOD portfolio of systems: LOS Backhaul Radio Dismounted, LOS Backhaul Radio Mounted, Point to Multi-Point LOS Radio, Broadband Kit, CCEv4A, CCE NETOPS, CCE CSHub, Secure Wireless (WiFi) Small Form Factor (SFF), TROPO-M, & TRILOS. Software: Costs for Post Deployment Software Support (PDSS). This includes software licenses (both new and renewal licenses) and labor to maintain and update software in support of new and existing SIGMOD portfolio of systems: LOS Backhaul Radio Dismounted, LOS Backhaul Radio Mounted, Point to Multi-Point LOS Radio, Broadband Kit, CCEv4A, CCE NETOPS, CCE CSHub, Secure Wireless (WiFi) Small Form Factor (SFF), TROPO-M, & TRILOS. Hardware Analysis: Verification cost associated with adjusting system hardware baseline for TROPO-M and TRILOS. Data: Contractor Data Requirements provided to the SIGMOD programs to include technical manuals, training manuals, and technical data. Fielding: Costs associated with manpower to facilitate the delivery and unit integration of SIGMOD end items from the manufacturer to the receiving units. Government Management: Costs for government matrix personnel supporting SIGMOD Systems engineering, risk management, travel, and business management efforts. Contractor Management: Costs for contractor personnel supporting SIGMOD Systems engineering, risk management, travel, facilities lease, and business management efforts. Training: Costs in support of efforts associated with new equipment training (NET) for all SIGMOD Systems. SIGMOD Overseas Operations Costs (OOC) funds support Army Rotational Forces in the amount of $4.362 million for FY 2026 Budget Estimate. ---- B11226 - TACTICAL NETWORK TECH MOD IN SVC FY26 Base procurement dollars in the amount of $723.947 million supports: Hardware for FY 2026 TNT MIS Systems: - RHN & GAIT Infrastructure - SATCOM Obsolescence - THN Extra Large Deployable Terminal (XLDT) - C2 At-The-Quick-Halt - pLEO Antenna - Multi Orbit Antenna - Network Appliance - VME - SIPR Enclave - GEO Terminals Additionally, FY 2026 Base procurement dollars supports the following for TNT-MIS: Post Deployment Software Support: Procures software licenses that are critical to ensure continuous access to essential tools, maintain security and compliance, terminal airtime, feature enhancements, and technical support from the vendors. Procures technical support to Mission Network systems and equipment that maintains interoperability across the Tactical Network, ensuring mission readiness. Procures full-time support for an array of software tasks including access to proprietary Microsoft code, development of cloud technical solutions, quality assurance of applications, cybersecurity strategies, and cyber incident response. Fielding: Costs associated with manpower to facilitate the delivery, training, and unit integration of TNT-MIS end items from the manufacturer to the receiving units. Costs for development and revision of technical manual, development and management of existing training support packages, and manual validation and verification assistance supporting TNT-MIS portfolio of systems. Initial Spares and Repair Parts: Costs associated with the procurement of initial field and/or pipeline spares to include repair parts for the TNT-MIS portfolio of systems. Contractor Management: Costs for contractor personnel supporting TNT-MIS Systems engineering, risk management, travel, facilities lease, systems engineering technical assistance, and business management efforts. Government Management: Costs for Matrixed personnel supporting TNT-MIS engineering, risk management, travel, and business management efforts. Government management include salaries, travel, training, supplies, facilities, equipment, to manage NGC2 transport, RHN & GAIT Infrastructure, and XLDT acquisition efforts. Systems Engineering: This effort addresses Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVAs), Cybersecurity Documentation Requirements, establishes the Network Architecture, develops the software Technical Data Packages, maintains the software configuration management, and provides testing support to remain in compliance with the Authority to Operate (ATO). Test Evaluation and Support: Costs for test activities, verification, evaluation, assessments and demonstrations supporting TNT-MIS portfolio of systems: RHN & GAIT Infrastructure, XLDT, C2 At-The-Quick-Halt pLEO/GEO and Network Appliance, pLEO/GEO-LEO and Network Appliance.

Budget line items(workbook-cited)

P-1/R-1 workbook Total Obligation Authority basis (USD thousands) · PB2026.

Exhibit P-1

AccountOrgTypeAmount
Other Procurement, ArmyAFY25 Enacted$378.6M
Other Procurement, ArmyAFY26 Disc. Request$866.3M
Other Procurement, ArmyAFY26 Total$866.3M

Exhibit P-1R

AccountOrgTypeAmount
Other Procurement, ArmyAFY25 Enacted$34.6M
Other Procurement, ArmyAFY 2026 request$12.8M

Budget Details(R-2/P-40 facts)

J-book detail basis (R-2/P-40, USD millions) · PB2026 — a different accounting basis from the P-1/R-1 workbook TOA above; where the two disagree, the reconciliation strip under Budget figures shows both.

Wider than this screen — swipe the table sideways for the remaining fiscal-year columns.

ProjectFY25 TotalFY26 BaseFY26 Request
Program Element$378.6M$862.0M$866.3M

Follow the dollar

No follow-the-dollar view — none of this program's high-confidence awards records a positive obligation at any place of performance (flows cover 312 of 1,938 programs). why coverage is partial? →

Related awards

Award linkage is shown for 32 of 200 profiled companies — high- and medium-confidence USAspending matches, each row labeled; medium is the weaker evidence. why partial award coverage? →

RecipientPIIDConfidence
RAYTHEON COMPANYW15P7T19D0218high

Contractor concentration

No concentration index is published for this line. This line's high-confidence links do not clear the floor for a published concentration index — at least 3 awards across 2 contractor families holding positive obligations, with positive net linked dollars. An index below that floor is a fact about the sample, not about the market. Whatever further links this line carries are medium-confidence, and what each medium evidence path does and does not establish is set out in the methodology. Both bases are in the downloadable warehouse.

Lobbying mentions

No Senate LDA lobbying filing in the tracked data mentions this program element by code or alias.

Oversight

Department-level designation (not specific to this program)

GAO lists 5 high-risk areas for DOD as a whole. That designation covers the department, not TACTICAL NETWORK COMMUNICATION. No program-specific GAO finding for this line is in the ingested data. See the DOD oversight record.

Program dossier

No research dossier for this program — dossiers cover 50 of 1,938 programs, the largest fully J-book-detailed lines by FY2026 requested dollars. why no dossier here? →

Primary sources

Open any budget figure for its exact receipt. Verified line items lead with the highlighted government PDF; original spreadsheets download with their budget edition and exhibit in the filename.

Budget totals · TOA sources

Detailed budget justification

The related TOA spreadsheets above use a different accounting basis from R-2/P-40 detail. Their amounts are not assumed to match these detailed sources.