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The Department of Defense awarded a $419.6 million contract to Longbow LLC for Apache helicopter fire control radar systems and support services through 2032. This award reinforces sustained investment in attack helicopter capabilities, signaling continued demand for advanced radar systems within the defense sector.
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The award of this contract underscores the Department of Defense's commitment to maintaining and upgrading the Apache helicopter fleet. Companies involved in radar systems, electronics, and defense maintenance will see sustained demand. While the prime contractor is not publicly identified, the broader defense sector benefits from such multi-year procurement programs, which provide revenue visibility and support for specialized manufacturing capabilities.
The U.S. Army awarded a $419,607,961 contract to Longbow LLC of Orlando, Florida, for fire control radar systems and post-production support services for the Apache Attack Helicopter (AH-64D/E). The contract is a hybrid cost-no-fee, cost-plus-fixed-fee, firm-fixed-price arrangement, with work locations and funding to be determined per order. The estimated completion date is January 31, 2032, providing a long-term revenue stream for the recipient and its supply chain.
While the specific publicly traded parent company of Longbow LLC is not identified in available records, this contract represents a significant commitment to the Apache radar ecosystem. Companies involved in defense radar manufacturing, electronics, and sustainment services will benefit from the steady workflow. The contract's multi-year structure ensures predictable revenue for subcontractors and suppliers in the radar components and maintenance sectors.
This award aligns with broader defense authorization priorities, particularly the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which funds helicopter modernization and sustainment programs. The Apache remains a cornerstone of Army aviation, and this contract supports ongoing upgrades and operational readiness.
The supply chain for Apache radar systems includes manufacturers of radar antennas, processors, and support equipment. Subcontractors in these niches will see increased demand. Historically, similar multi-year contracts for helicopter systems have led to follow-on orders and extended sustainment phases, creating compounding revenue effects for the defense industrial base.
Patterns from past Apache radar contracts show that initial awards often lead to additional orders for spare parts, training systems, and upgrades. The defense sector typically experiences stable growth from such programs, with companies holding long-term contracts enjoying higher valuation multiples due to revenue visibility.
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Recipient
Longbow LLC
Award Amount
$419,607,961
Awarding Agency
Department of Defense
Sub-Agency
ARMY
Contract Type
DoD Contract Announcement
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