V2X Wins $980 Million IDIQ Contract to Support Global Warfighter Test Systems
Rhea-AI Summary
V2X (NYSE: VVX) was awarded a $980 million IDIQ position with the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center to provide rapid, full lifecycle support for Automated Test Systems (ATS).
The contract covers sustainment of ATS for fighter jets, bombers, cargo/airlift/tanker aircraft, UAVs, helicopters and supports users including the U.S. Air Force, Air Force Reserve, Air National Guard, the F-35 program and Foreign Military Sales customers.
The IDIQ has a 5-year base ordering period with an option to extend for an additional 5 years, and includes maintenance of both commercial and noncommercial products across the ATS portfolio.
Positive
- $980 million IDIQ position awarded to V2X
- 5-year base ordering period with an additional 5-year option
- Covers sustainment for ATS across multiple aircraft platforms
- Named users include U.S. Air Force, Air National Guard and F-35 program
Negative
- None.
News Market Reaction
On the day this news was published, VVX gained 1.84%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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Market Reality Check
Peers on Argus
Several aerospace/defense peers were positive, with ATRO up 6.1%, DCO up 2.88%, RDW up 3.65%, and CDRE up 1.05%, while EVEX fell 2.08%. With VVX up 4.11% pre‑news and no momentum‑scanner hits, the move appears more stock‑specific than a broad sector rotation.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 03 | Defense contract win | Positive | +1.8% | Won <b>$980M</b> ATS IDIQ with 5+5 year ordering period. |
| Dec 01 | Defense contract win | Positive | -0.5% | Awarded 10‑year <b>$425M</b> IDIQ to modernize F‑16 cockpit displays. |
| Nov 18 | Strategic acquisition | Positive | -2.2% | Acquired QinetiQ U.S. Intelligence unit for <b>$24M</b> adding ~<b>70</b> staff. |
| Nov 12 | Secondary offering | Negative | -1.6% | Vertex sold <b>2.25M</b> shares; VVX repurchased <b>363,638</b> from underwriter. |
| Nov 03 | Earnings/results | Positive | +2.3% | Q3 revenue <b>$1.17B</b>, EPS growth, raised 2025 guidance and new awards. |
Recent VVX news has mostly produced aligned price moves: positive contract wins and earnings have generally seen modest gains, while a large shareholder secondary and insider selling coincided with declines. Two divergences occurred on a major F‑16 award and an intelligence acquisition, where the stock traded down despite seemingly positive strategic updates.
Over the last few months, V2X has combined solid fundamentals with meaningful contract wins. On Nov 3 it reported record $1.17 billion Q3 revenue and raised 2025 guidance, with a 2.31% next‑day gain. Subsequent events included a secondary sale by Vertex Aerospace and governance changes, plus a $24 million intelligence acquisition. On Dec 1, VVX secured a $425 million F‑16 cockpit upgrade IDIQ. Today’s $980 million ATS IDIQ further extends its backlog‑driven growth narrative.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement adds a substantial $980 million ATS IDIQ award with a 5‑year base and optional 5‑year extension, reinforcing V2X’s position across fighter, bomber, tanker and UAV platforms. In context of recent record quarterly revenue of $1.17 billion and another $425 million F‑16 contract, it supports a growing backlog narrative. Investors may watch execution on these awards, follow‑on task orders, and any further changes in major shareholder ownership or insider activity.
Key Terms
indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (idiq) financial
automated test systems technical
foreign military sales regulatory
unmanned aerial vehicles technical
AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.
V2X will provide rapid, full lifecycle support for ATS used to sustain critical warfighter operations worldwide. These systems support a wide array of aircraft platforms, including fighter jets, bombers, cargo/airlift/tanker aircraft, unmanned aerial vehicles, and helicopters. Users include the
"This award reflects our team's continued commitment to delivering mission-critical solutions that supports operational readiness," said Jeremy C. Wensinger, President and Chief Executive Officer at V2X. "We are honored to contribute to the sustainment of vital test systems supporting the
The IDIQ contract provides flexible support for both legacy and future ATS requirements, with a base ordering period of five years and an option to extend for an additional five years. V2X will maintain and sustain both commercial and noncommercial products across the ATS Division's portfolio.
About V2X
V2X builds innovative solutions that integrate physical and digital environments by aligning people, actions, and technology. V2X is embedded in all elements of a critical mission's lifecycle to enhance readiness, optimize resource management, and boost security. The company provides innovation spanning national security, defense, civilian, and international markets. With a global team of approximately 16,000 professionals, V2X enables mission success by injecting AI and machine learning capabilities to meet today's toughest challenges across all operational domains.
Investor Contact
Mike Smith, CFA
Vice President, Treasury, Corporate Development and Investor Relations
IR@goV2X.com
719-637-5773
Media Contact
Angelica Spanos Deoudes
Director, Corporate Communications
Angelica.Deoudes@goV2X.com
571-338-5195
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