SES to support ACC training and testing operations
SES Government Solutions has partnered with prime contractor Bushtex to provide commercial Ku bandwidth to the US Air Combat Command, SES announced on 11 September.
The satellite communications capability will support training and testing operations in the continental US.
The $29.3 million contract has a 12-month base year with four one-year option periods. The award includes the ability to provide optional surge capacity over the life of the contract, with a six-month extension option.
Pete Hoene, president and CEO of SES Government Solutions, said: ‘We are proud to support Air Combat Command and our small business industry partner, Bushtex, for this network. It allows the mission partner to conduct training and operations that help validate and refine tactics, techniques, and procedures.’
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