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Army awards $12.7 million contract for Manpack radios

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A soldier from 2nd Brigade, 1st Armored Division uses a Handheld, Manpack, and Small Form Fit Manpack radio to communicate while conducting dismounted operations at the Army’s Network Integration Evaluation 13.1 on Nov. 9, 2012. The Manpack allows small units in austere environments to exchange voice and data information with their higher headquarters, without having to rely on a fixed infrastructure. (Photo credit: Claire Heininger, U.S. Army)

Under the contract, the companies will deliver Manpack radios, accessories, and related services for the Product Manager Handheld, Manpack, and Small Form Fit/Project Manager Tactical radios, according to the Department of Defense contract announcement.

The work is scheduled to be completed by March 2026.

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Michael Peck is a correspondent for Defense News and a columnist for the Center for European Policy Analysis. He holds an M.A. in political science from Rutgers University. Find him at theuncommondefense.com. His email is mikedefense1@gmail.com.