BAE Systems selected for National Cyber Range Complex contract

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BAE Systems has been selected by the U.S. Army as a prime contractor for Lot 1 of the $2.4 billion National Cyber Range Complex Event Planning, Operations, and Support hybrid contract. This 10-year contract will enable BAE Systems to compete for orders in cybersecurity integration, range support services, systems testing, and training personnel. The company aims to utilize digital engineering and model-based systems engineering to address complex cyber challenges and enhance the readiness of warfighters in modern battlefield scenarios.

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• Awarded a prime contract worth $2.4 billion from the U.S. Army.
• Ability to compete for future orders in high-demand areas such as cybersecurity integration and systems testing.

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BAE Systems will use digital engineering and model-based systems engineering to solve its customers’ toughest cyber and information technology integration problems

MCLEAN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The U.S. Army has selected BAE Systems to serve as a prime contractor on Lot 1 of the 10-year, $2.4 billion National Cyber Range Complex Event Planning, Operations, and Support hybrid contract. Under this indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity multiple award contract, the company will compete for orders in cybersecurity integration, range support services, systems testing, and training personnel.

The U.S. Army has selected BAE Systems to serve as a prime contractor on Lot 1 of the 10-year, $2.4 billion National Cyber Range Complex Event Planning, Operations, and Support hybrid contract. (Photo: BAE Systems)

“We look forward to harnessing our digital engineering expertise in integration and testing holistic cyber range environments, as well as training warfighters to operate in highly complex, challenging environments,” said Lisa Hand, vice president and general manager of BAE Systems’ Integrated Defense Solutions business. “Our experience in weapon systems, cyber-hardening, cybersecurity, and risk mitigation applications will better prepare warfighters for the future battlefield.”

As defense systems become more interconnected, today’s warfighters need cyber-hardened weapons and realistic cyber training to be ready to respond with precision and accuracy within a modern battlefield. Upon further tasking, BAE Systems will plan and conduct large-scale, complex, and multi-site cyber test, evaluation, and training events. For these events, the company’s model-based systems engineering methods will enable the Army to quickly identify and mitigate high-priority cyber risks.

BAE Systems delivers a broad range of solutions and services enabling militaries and governments to successfully carry out their missions. The company provides large-scale systems engineering, integration, and sustainment services across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains.

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For more information:

Maria McGregor, BAE Systems

Mobile: 619-207-8915

Maria.mcgregor@baesystems.com

www.baesystems.com/US

@BAESystemsInc

Source: BAE Systems

FAQ

What contract was awarded to BAE Systems by the U.S. Army?

BAE Systems was awarded a prime contract for Lot 1 of the $2.4 billion National Cyber Range Complex Event Planning, Operations, and Support hybrid contract.

How long is the National Cyber Range Complex contract with BAE Systems?

The National Cyber Range Complex contract is a 10-year agreement.

What services will BAE Systems provide under the new contract?

BAE Systems will provide services in cybersecurity integration, range support services, systems testing, and training personnel.

What is the financial value of the contract awarded to BAE Systems?

The contract awarded to BAE Systems is valued at $2.4 billion.

What technologies will BAE Systems utilize for the contract?

BAE Systems will utilize digital engineering and model-based systems engineering to solve cyber challenges.