Harris Corporation HRS, an international communications and
information technology company, has been awarded the Communications and
Transmission Systems (CTS) contract by the U.S. Army. The contract enables
the company to compete for a wide range of communications systems and
services projects supporting the ongoing upgrade and maintenance of the
Army's terrestrial network infrastructure. Harris was one of 12 prime
contractors selected for the five-year, indefinite delivery/indefinite
quantity (IDIQ) contract, which has a total potential value of $4 billion.
Under the CTS IDIQ, Harris will pursue individual task orders for satellite
communications systems and components, multimedia/multi-frequency solutions,
and corresponding management and administrative responsibilities to support
the Army's worldwide networks of satellite communications terminals and
terrestrial transmission systems. Specific services could include systems
integration, engineering and analysis, and facility and site preparation, as
well as installation, operation, maintenance, program management, logistics,
technical field assistance, and other support activities.
"This contract win reflects the broad expertise of Harris and its team
members in satellite communications systems, networks, information
technology and services supporting critical defense missions," said Ed
Zoiss, vice president and general manager, Defense Programs, Harris
Government Communications Systems. "The CTS work will support the Army's
strategic communications networks worldwide, including Harris-built GSC-52
and Modernization of Enterprise Terminals."
The Harris CTS team is comprised of more than 100 companies recognized as
leaders in the development, deployment and sustainment of communications and
transmission systems technology.
About Harris Corporation
Harris is an international communications and information technology company
serving government and commercial markets in more than 125 countries.
Headquartered in Melbourne, Florida, the company has approximately $5
billion of annual revenue and about 14,000 employees -- including 6,000
engineers and scientists. Harris is dedicated to developing best-in-class
assured communications(R) products, systems and services. Additional
information about Harris Corporation is available at harris.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that reflect
management's current expectations, assumptions and estimates of future
performance and economic conditions. Such statements are made in reliance
upon the safe harbor provisions of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933
and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The company cautions
investors that any forward-looking statements are subject to risks and
uncertainties that may cause actual results and future trends to differ
materially from those matters expressed in or implied by such
forward-looking statements. Statements about the expected value of the
program to Harris are forward-looking and involve risks and uncertainties.
Harris disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any
forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future
events, or otherwise.
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