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Leidos Wins $617M US Army Contract for IFPC Inc 2 Launchers

April 24, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Leidos secures $617m US Army contract for IFPC Inc 2 launchers.
Total production contracts near $1.2bn.
Over 100 launchers to be delivered.
Supports Army's objective of fielding IFPC Inc 2 capability at scale.

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Strategic Implications

This contract award may signal the Army's commitment to advancing its indirect fire protection capabilities. The investment in IFPC Inc 2 launchers suggests a focus on enhancing the service's layered air and missile defense network, which could have implications for future procurement decisions and the development of related technologies.

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What Happened

Major Defense Deal Advances Army's Indirect Fire Protection Capability

Leidos has been awarded a $617m US Army contract to produce additional launchers for the Indirect Fire Protection Capability Increment 2 (IFPC Inc 2) system. The contract brings Leidos’ total production contracts for the IFPC Inc 2 to nearly $1.2bn and supports the Army’s objective of fielding the capability at scale. The IFPC Inc 2 system is designed to provide flexible, scalable countermeasures against cruise missiles and unmanned aerial systems. This development was first reported by Army Technology.

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