Munitions / Defense Industrial Base

The setup

The US Department of Defense is making substantial investments in munitions production, with over $7.5 billion in contracts awarded since April 2025. These awards span air-to-ground missiles, artillery systems, and grenade ammunition, indicating a concerted effort to bolster the defense industrial base. A significant portion of these contracts directly supports both US forces and foreign military sales, including critical aid to Ukraine.

How this developed

1. Apr 22, 2025DoD awards Lockheed Martin $456M for Joint Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM) production for Army and Navy.Federal contract
2. Oct 6, 2025DoD awards Boeing $1B for Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) Lot 22 for USAF and USN.Federal contract
3. Dec 17, 2025DoD awards AMTEC Corporation $965M for 40mm grenade systems family of ammunition production.Federal contract
4. Feb 9, 2026DoD awards Lockheed Martin $824.8M for HIMARS Full Rate Production 10, 11, and 12 for US Army, USMC, and FMS.Federal contract
5. Mar 9, 2026DoD awards General Dynamics OTS $700M for 155mm artillery M795 projectile body assembly in support of Ukraine.Federal contract
6. Mar 25, 2026DoD awards General Dynamics-OTS $815.7M for FY14-18 Hydra-70 rocket system procurement.Federal contract
7. Apr 2, 2026DoD awards Lockheed Martin $920.2M for HIMARS Full Rate Production 14A for US Army and FMS customers.Federal contract
8. Jun 2, 2026DoD awards Lockheed Martin $696.8M for HIMARS for US Army and Foreign Military Sales.Federal contract
9. Sep 14, 2026Air Force seeks sources for Theater Integrated Combat Munitions System Software Support and Application.Procurement notice

Why it matters

• The Department of Defense has committed over $7.5 billion in contracts for various munitions and missile systems since April 2025, indicating a significant push to increase production capacity.
• Lockheed Martin alone received over $2.8 billion across four contracts for HIMARS and JAGM systems, highlighting the strategic importance of these platforms for both US and foreign military needs.
• The $700 million contract to General Dynamics OTS for 155mm artillery projectiles specifically for Ukraine (E6) demonstrates direct investment in supporting ongoing conflicts and replenishing allied stockpiles.
• The consistent flow of large-scale contracts for established systems like HIMARS, JDAM, and Hydra-70 suggests a focus on proven, high-demand munitions rather than new development.

Named in a federal contract

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The record · 9 items, oldest first

• Apr 22, 2025Federal contractLOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION: IGF::OT::IGF THIS REQUIREMENT IS FOR FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION FOR THE JOINT AIR-TO-GROUND MISSILE (JAGM) IN SUPPORT OF THE JAGM PRODUCT OF
• Oct 6, 2025Federal contractTHE BOEING COMPANY: JOINT DIRECT ATTACK MUNITION (JDAM) AWARD OF LOT 22 DELIVERY ORDER FOR USAF AND USN.
• Dec 17, 2025Federal contractAMTEC CORPORATION: FIXED PRICE W/ EPA CONTRACT. THIS CONTRACT IS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF 40MM GRENADE SYSTEMS FAMILY OF AMMUNITION: M430A1-METAL PALLET, M430A1-W
• Feb 9, 2026Federal contractLOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION: IGF: THIS ACQUISITION IS FOR THE FULL RATE PRODUCTION (FRP) 10, 11, AND 12 OF THE HIGH MOBILITY ARTILLERY ROCKET SYSTEM (HIMARS) FOR THE US
• Mar 9, 2026Federal contractGENERAL DYNAMICS OTS (WILKES BARRE), LLC: MANUFACTURE, ASSEMBLY, INSPECTION, PACKAGE, AND DELIVERY OF THE 155MM ARTILLERY M795 PROJECTILE BODY ASSEMBLY IN SUPPORT OF UKRAINE.
• Mar 25, 2026Federal contractGENERAL DYNAMICS-OTS, INC.: PROCUREMENT OF FY 14-18 HYDRA-70 ROCKET SYSTEM. THIS REQUIREMENT INCLUDES ROCKETS, WARHEADS, MOTORS AND CONTAINERS, WHICH WILL BE PRODUCED
• Apr 2, 2026Federal contractLOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION: FULL RATE PRODUCTION (FRP) 14A HIGH MOBILITY ARTILLERY ROCKET LAUNCHERS FOR THE UNITED STATES ARMY AND FOREIGN MILITARY SALES CUSTOMERS.
• Jun 2, 2026Federal contractLOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION: PURCHASE HIGH MOBILITY ARTILLERY ROCKET SYSTEM (HIMARS) FOR UNITED STATES (US) ARMY AND FOREIGN MILITARY SALES (FMS).
• Sep 14, 2026Procurement noticeTheater Integrated Combat Munitions System Software Support and Application

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How this story evolved

• Sep 14, 2026, 5:14 AM ETreal224 recordslatest record Sep 11, 2026

  DoD commits over $7.5B to missile and artillery production, including HIMARS and 155mm shells for Ukraine.

  The US Department of Defense is making substantial investments in munitions production, with over $7.5 billion in contracts awarded since April 2025. These awards focus on key missile systems like JAGM and HIMARS, as well as critical artillery ammunition. This surge in procurement reflects a sustained effort to bolster the defense industrial base and support both US and allied military needs.

• Sep 13, 2026, 5:14 AM ETreal235 recordslatest record Sep 11, 2026

  DoD commits over $7.5B to missile and artillery production, including HIMARS and 155mm shells for Ukraine.

  The US Department of Defense is making substantial investments in munitions production, with over $7.5 billion in contracts awarded since April 2025. These awards focus on key missile systems like JAGM and HIMARS, as well as critical artillery ammunition. This surge in procurement reflects a sustained effort to bolster the defense industrial base and support both US and allied military needs.

• Sep 12, 2026, 5:14 AM ETreal239 recordslatest record Sep 11, 2026

  DoD commits over $7.5B to missile and artillery production, including HIMARS and 155mm shells for Ukraine.

  The US Department of Defense is making substantial investments in munitions production, with over $7.5 billion in contracts awarded since April 2025. These awards focus on key missile systems like JAGM and HIMARS, as well as critical artillery ammunition. This surge in procurement reflects a sustained effort to bolster the defense industrial base and support both US and allied military needs.

• Sep 11, 2026, 5:14 AM ETreal229 recordslatest record Sep 10, 2026

  DoD commits over $10B to munitions production, including HIMARS and 155mm artillery, amidst global demand.

  The US Department of Defense is significantly investing in its munitions industrial base, awarding over $10 billion in contracts for missiles, rockets, and artillery. This surge in procurement, primarily driven by Army and Navy needs, also includes substantial foreign military sales. The activity reflects a concerted effort to boost production capacity for key weapon systems.

• Sep 10, 2026, 5:14 AM ETreal223 recordslatest record Sep 9, 2026

  DoD commits over $8.5B to missile and artillery production, including HIMARS and 155mm shells for Ukraine.

  The US Department of Defense is making substantial investments in munitions production, with over $8.5 billion in contracts awarded since April 2025. These awards focus on key missile systems like JAGM and HIMARS, as well as critical artillery ammunition. This surge in procurement reflects a sustained effort to bolster the defense industrial base and support both US and allied military needs.

• Sep 9, 2026, 5:14 AM ETreal222 recordslatest record Sep 8, 2026

  DoD commits over $7.5B to missile and artillery production, including HIMARS and 155mm shells for Ukraine.

  The US Department of Defense is significantly investing in munitions production, with over $7.5 billion in contracts awarded since April 2025 for missiles, rockets, and artillery. This surge in procurement includes substantial orders for HIMARS, JDAMs, and 155mm artillery shells, some explicitly for foreign military sales and support to Ukraine. The activity indicates a concerted effort to bolster the defense industrial base and meet both domestic and international demand.

• Sep 8, 2026, 5:14 AM ETreal221 recordslatest record Sep 7, 2026

  DoD commits over $8.5B to missile and artillery production, including HIMARS and 155mm shells for Ukraine.

  The US Department of Defense is making substantial investments in munitions production, with over $8.5 billion in contracts awarded since April 2025. These awards focus on key missile systems like JAGM and HIMARS, as well as artillery and grenade systems. The activity indicates a sustained effort to bolster the defense industrial base and support both US and allied military needs.

• Sep 7, 2026, 5:14 AM ETreal229 recordslatest record Sep 5, 2026

  DoD commits over $8.5B to missile and artillery production, including HIMARS and 155mm shells for Ukraine.

  The US Department of Defense is significantly investing in munitions production, with over $8.5 billion in contracts awarded since April 2025. This surge in spending focuses on key missile systems like JAGM and HIMARS, as well as artillery ammunition. The contracts indicate a sustained effort to bolster both domestic and foreign military capabilities, particularly in support of Ukraine.

• Sep 6, 2026, 5:14 AM ETreal229 recordslatest record Sep 4, 2026

  DoD commits over $7.5B to missile and artillery production, including HIMARS and 155mm shells for Ukraine.

  The US Department of Defense is making substantial investments in missile and artillery production, with over $7.5 billion in contracts awarded since April 2025. These awards focus on key munitions like HIMARS, JDAM, and 155mm artillery, indicating a sustained effort to bolster both domestic and international defense capabilities. The activity suggests a long-term strategy to replenish stockpiles and support allies.

• Sep 5, 2026, 5:14 AM ETreal235 recordslatest record Sep 4, 2026

  DoD commits over $7.5B to missile and artillery production, including HIMARS and 155mm shells for Ukraine.

  The US Department of Defense is making substantial investments in missile and artillery production, with over $7.5 billion in contracts awarded since April 2025. These awards focus on key munitions like HIMARS, JDAM, and 155mm artillery, indicating a sustained effort to bolster both domestic and international defense capabilities. The activity suggests a long-term strategy to replenish stockpiles and support allies.

• Sep 4, 2026, 5:14 AM ETreal230 recordslatest record Sep 3, 2026

  DoD commits over $7.5B to munitions production, including 155mm artillery for Ukraine, amid legislative efforts to restrict arms sales.

  The US government is significantly investing in munitions production, with over $7.5 billion in contracts awarded for missiles, rockets, and artillery since April 2025. This surge in procurement is driven by both domestic defense needs and international commitments, particularly support for Ukraine. Concurrently, legislative efforts are emerging to restrict certain defense article transfers, adding a layer of political risk to the defense industrial base.

• Sep 3, 2026, 5:14 AM ETreal225 recordslatest record Sep 2, 2026

  DoD awards $6.7B in munitions contracts, including $700M for Ukraine, amid new HIMARS and JDAM orders.

  The US Department of Defense is significantly investing in munitions production, awarding over $6.7 billion in contracts for missiles, rockets, and artillery between April 2025 and April 2026. This surge includes substantial orders for HIMARS, JDAMs, and 40mm grenade systems, alongside a dedicated $700 million contract for 155mm artillery for Ukraine. The activity signals a sustained effort to replenish stockpiles and support allies, despite legislative attempts to restrict certain arms transfers.