Land Command Support System Tactical Communications Modernization

Project Type

Project Replace

Objective

The project will improve the ability of tactical commanders and their staffs to exchange planning and execution information by modernising and re-capitalising the in-service tactical communication systems. The project will provide robust, reliable, and adaptive bearer systems and management tools for use in connecting mission elements engaged in land operations.

Requirements

The requirements and exact scope are to be defined but should include replacement of tactical voice and data radios and high capacity data bearers for the CA formation and below. All communication emission/receiver systems from formation to dismounted soldier will be addressed, including vehicle intercommunication capabilities. It will also include planning and management tools to support effective friendly use of the electromagnetic spectrum and gateway systems to interface with the Joint, Interagency, Multinational and Public systems.

Funding Range

$1 billion to $4.99 billion

Anticipated Timeline (Fiscal Year)

• 2019/2020 Start Options Analysis
• 2022/2023 Start Definition
• 2025/2026 Start Implementation
• 2027/2028 Initial Delivery
• 2032/2033 Final Delivery

Defence Capability Areas

• Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Intelligence
• Cyber, Electronic And Irregular Warfare
• Joint Support & Sustainment
• Land

Defence Capability Investment Areas

• Deployable C4I Systems
• Encryption
• Networks and Network Support
• Portable Communications Systems
• Satellite Communications Systems
• Cyber Network Resilience
• CIS Support
• In Service Support

Key Industrial Capabilities

To be determined.

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