Telos Corporation Receives Prime Position on Department of the Air Force Network Infrastructure Contract
Rhea-AI Summary
Telos (NASDAQ: TLS) has secured a prime position on a $12.5 billion Department of the Air Force Base Infrastructure Modernization (BIM) contract. This multiple-award, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract aims to modernize, operate, and maintain network infrastructure across all Department of the Air Force locations, including Guard and Reserve bases. The contract, awarded after a competitive acquisition process, is expected to be completed by August 15, 2034, with task orders potentially extending beyond this date.
This award adds to Telos' recent contract vehicle wins since 2023, including DMDC DEHRADS, Army IMOD CAPSET, USMC ISTC BAN, and FBI IT-SSS 2nd Generation. Combined with BIM, these contracts represent a $24.5 billion addressable market for Telos to compete for new business opportunities.
Positive
- Secured prime position on a $12.5 billion IDIQ contract for Air Force base infrastructure modernization
- Contract duration extends to August 15, 2034, with potential for work beyond this date
- Expands Telos' addressable market to $24.5 billion through recent contract vehicle wins
Negative
- High competition with 47 offers received and 23 companies awarded prime positions
Insights
The $12.5 billion IDIQ contract awarded to Telos is a significant win for the company. This contract, along with other recent awards, expands Telos' total addressable market to $24.5 billion, potentially driving substantial revenue growth over the next decade.
Investors should note that as an IDIQ contract, the actual revenue realization will depend on task orders issued. The 10-year contract duration, with possible extensions beyond 2034, provides long-term revenue visibility. However, competition among the 23 prime contractors may impact Telos' share of the total contract value.
This award strengthens Telos' position in the government cybersecurity sector and could lead to improved profit margins due to economies of scale. The stock may see a positive reaction as the market digests the potential impact on Telos' future financial performance.
The Base Infrastructure Modernization (BIM) contract signifies a major shift in military IT infrastructure. This project aims to overhaul and modernize network infrastructure across all Department of Air Force locations, including Guard and Reserve bases, indicating a comprehensive digital transformation initiative.
The global scope of this project presents both opportunities and challenges for Telos. It will require advanced technological solutions capable of integrating diverse systems across various geographical locations. Telos' success in securing this contract suggests they possess cutting-edge capabilities in network infrastructure modernization, potentially positioning them as a leader in military IT transformation.
This contract could drive innovation in cybersecurity and cloud technologies, areas where Telos specializes. The long-term nature of the project may also lead to sustained technological advancements and intellectual property development, further enhancing Telos' competitive edge in the market.
Telos awarded a
ASHBURN, Va., Aug. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Telos Corporation (NASDAQ: TLS), a leading provider of cyber, cloud and enterprise security solutions for the world’s most security-conscious organizations, today announced that it was awarded a
This contract, named the Base Infrastructure Modernization (BIM) contract, seeks solutions that modernize, operate and maintain the network infrastructure on all Department of the Air Force (DAF) locations, including Guard and Reserve bases. The work on this contract will be performed globally and is expected to be completed by August 15, 2034. Task orders with a multi-year period of performance will be awarded even in the last year of the IDIQ, allowing awarded work to continue past 2034.
This contract was a competitive acquisition from the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Cyber and Networks Contracting Organization based in Hanscom Air Force Base, Massachusetts. Forty-seven offers were received, with 23 companies awarded prime positions.
In addition to BIM, since 2023, Telos has won positions on the following federal government contract vehicles, which when combined with BIM provide market access to compete for new business opportunities that, in the aggregate, represent a
- Defense Manpower Data Center (DMDC) Defense Enterprise HR Applications and Data Services (DEHRADS)
- United States Army EUROPE Infrastructure Modernization Capabilities Set (Army IMOD CAPSET)
- United States Marine Corps (USMC) Infrastructure Services, Transport and Communications (ISTC) Base Area Network (BAN)
- Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Information Technology Supplies and Support Services (IT-SSS) 2nd Generation
For a complete list of Telos’ contract vehicles, please visit www.telos.com/contracts.
About Telos Corporation
Telos Corporation (NASDAQ: TLS) empowers and protects the world’s most security-conscious organizations with solutions for continuous security assurance of individuals, systems, and information. Telos’ offerings include cybersecurity solutions for IT risk management and information security; cloud security solutions to protect cloud-based assets and enable continuous compliance with industry and government security standards; and enterprise security solutions for identity and access management, secure mobility, organizational messaging, and network management and defense. The company serves commercial enterprises, regulated industries and government customers around the world.
Forward-Looking Statements
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