CACI International Inc announced the acquisition of a three-year, $500 million Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for its SkyValor counter-unmanned aircraft systems (c-UAS). This agreement represents the first task order under the broader IDIQ framework and signals the transition of the SkyValor platform from evaluation to full-rate production. The deployment aims to address escalating unmanned aerial threats against U.S. national security interests both domestically and abroad.

The contract is led by Joint Interagency Task Force 401 (JIATF-401), which will deploy SkyValor systems to strategic locations. John Mengucci, CACI President and Chief Executive Officer, stated that warfighters require decisive advantages against faster and more accessible drone threats. He noted that SkyValor provides long-range detection and precision defeat capabilities, offering defenders earlier warnings compared to lower-range systems. The move to full-rate production follows the completion of rigorous operational evaluations.

Operational Performance and Deployment

SkyValor recently completed operational evaluations conducted by JIATF-401 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma. These assessments focused on the system’s ability to detect and defeat small unmanned aerial systems beyond the line of sight. The evaluations highlighted SkyValor’s unmatched detection range, which provides operators with minutes of response time rather than the seconds typically offered by other counter-unmanned systems. Based on this performance, JIATF-401 approved the system for deployment to critical sites.

This latest award complements a separate contract previously secured through JIATF-401’s Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO). Under that CSO contract, CACI is delivering four SkyValor units integrated onto heavy-duty trucks. This mobile variant allows customers to deploy drone defense capabilities where threats are most acute. SkyValor combines advanced sensing with automated defeat capabilities to identify and stop hostile drones, including those enabled by cellular networks.

What the Numbers Show

The $500 million IDIQ value underscores the scale of investment required to counter modern unmanned threats. By moving SkyValor into full-rate production, CACI is capitalizing on validated operational performance rather than theoretical potential. The distinction between the initial CSO delivery of four mobile units and this broader IDIQ framework suggests a phased approach: establishing immediate mobile capabilities while securing long-term capacity for fixed-site deployments at strategic locations. This structure allows JIATF-401 to leverage tactical c-UAS systems flexibly across diverse mission profiles.

CACI International Inc has secured a five-year technology contract valued at up to $113 million from the U.S. Navy’s Military Sealift Command (MSC) to modernize a portfolio of mission-critical business applications. The contract covers systems used by ashore personnel and MSC’s global fleet, ensuring resilient, secure, and scalable technology for government-owned vessels and associated command sites. This agreement underscores the continued reliance on CACI’s expertise to enhance operational readiness for the Navy’s logistics and support operations.

"The Military Sealift Command plays a vital role in sustaining U.S. and allied operations around the world, and CACI is proud to continue supporting that mission," said John Mengucci, CACI President and Chief Executive Officer. "Our team is delivering secure, resilient technology that modernizes critical business systems, strengthens operational readiness, and helps MSC respond faster to operational demands."

Under the terms of the contract, CACI will deliver program management, engineering, software development, cloud, and cybersecurity capabilities. The integration of artificial intelligence, advanced analytics, and intelligent automation across ashore and afloat environments is a key component of the modernization effort. These technologies aim to streamline operations, reduce downtime, and provide faster, data-driven decision support to the fleet.

MSC operates approximately 140 civilian-crewed ships that replenish Navy ships and conduct specialized missions. The command strategically prepositions combat cargo at sea and moves military cargo and supplies for deployed U.S. forces and coalition partners. The modernization of business applications is critical for maintaining the efficiency and security of these widespread logistical operations.

Contract Scope and Deliverables

The scope of work encompasses a broad range of technical services designed to upgrade the existing infrastructure. Key deliverables include:

• Program management and engineering support
• Software development and cloud integration
• Cybersecurity capabilities for vessels and command sites
• Implementation of artificial intelligence and advanced analytics
• Intelligent automation to streamline operations

By leveraging these capabilities, CACI intends to enhance the technological resilience of the MSC’s fleet. The focus on cybersecurity and cloud integration addresses the growing need for secure and scalable solutions in modern naval operations.

Strategic Impact

The adoption of advanced analytics and intelligent automation is expected to significantly improve the speed and accuracy of decision-making processes. Reducing downtime through improved engineering and software support will directly contribute to the operational availability of the MSC’s 140 ships. This contract reinforces CACI’s role as a key technology provider for the U.S. Navy’s critical sealift missions.