Booz Allen wins $315 million contract for battle management system

MCLEAN, Va. - Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE:BAH), a defense contractor with a market capitalization of $13.6 billion and strong financial health according to InvestingPro, has secured a $315 million contract to develop a battle management prototype for the Department of the Air Force, according to a press release statement issued by the company.

The contract, with a maximum performance period of five years, involves delivering the Advanced Battle Management System Distributed Battle Management Node Phase II Tactical Operations Center-Light prototype. Booz Allen, which maintains a healthy current ratio of 1.79 and operates with moderate debt levels, is partnering with L3Harris Technologies (NYSE:LHX) for this project.

The prototype aims to enhance tactical decision making through rapid relocation and deployment of command and control capabilities. It will be built on Booz Allen’s Modular Detachment Kit concept, which the company says has already been field-tested in live-fire exercises and operational deployments.

"The resulting solution was engineered to meet the nuanced needs of today’s mission and operating environments," said Steve Escaravage, president of Booz Allen’s Defense Technology Group.

To support development, Booz Allen will utilize its facilities in North Charleston, South Carolina and Panama City Beach, Florida, which are part of the company’s network of more than 20 U.S.-based tech facilities.

L3Harris will contribute expertise in tactical radios, datalinks, and waveform development to support sustainment and modernization of the system across multiple combatant commands.

The Department of the Air Force Program Executive Office for Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management oversees this initiative as part of its mission to deliver an integrated battle network that contributes to Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control.

Booz Allen Hamilton reported revenue of $12.0 billion for the 12 months ended March 31, 2025, and employs approximately 35,800 people globally. The company has demonstrated strong financial performance, maintaining dividend payments for 14 consecutive years and achieving a return on equity of 91%. InvestingPro analysis reveals 8 additional key insights about the company’s financial health and growth prospects, available to subscribers. For detailed analysis, investors can access the comprehensive Pro Research Report, part of InvestingPro’s coverage of over 1,400 US equities.

In other recent news, Booz Allen Hamilton has been awarded a $96 million contract by the Military Sealift Command for wireless network installation and sustainment services. This contract is structured as a firm, fixed price, and time and material letter agreement. Additionally, Booz Allen Hamilton announced an increase in its venture capital commitment from $100 million to $300 million. The expanded Booz Allen Ventures fund will focus on early-stage technology companies aligned with U.S. government missions, with plans to make 20-25 new investments over the next five years.

The company’s venture arm has also made a strategic investment in Corsha, a cybersecurity firm specializing in securing machine-to-machine communication. In the realm of stock ratings, Booz Allen Hamilton was upgraded to "Outperform" by William Blair, citing improved visibility despite challenges in the defense tech services sector. Furthermore, Cantor Fitzgerald has reiterated an Overweight rating and elevated Booz Allen Hamilton to "Top Pick" status in the government technology sector. The firm highlighted potential free cash flow per share growth acceleration as a key factor for this designation.

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