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DHS Prepares Industry for Communications Equipment Recompete

May 1, 2026

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Key Takeaways

DHS is preparing to recompete the Tactical Communications II contract.
The new contract, TACTICS, will cover equipment and services.
Awards are expected in Q3 of this year.
The current contract has obligated $1.8 billion in order volume.

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Strategic Implications

This recompete may signal a shift in DHS's procurement strategy for communications equipment, which could impact the competitive landscape for contractors. The bundling of requirements from TechOps II suggests a more integrated approach to tactical communications, which may benefit companies with diverse service offerings.

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What Happened

Homeland Security Department Plans New Contract For Tactical Communications

The Homeland Security Department is preparing to recompete its Tactical Communications II contract, with a final solicitation expected on August 3. The new contract, dubbed TACTICS, will cover a range of equipment and services, including radios, communications infrastructure, and maintenance. The current contract has obligated $1.8 billion in order volume, with top recipients including Tribalco, Motorola Solutions, and CACI International. Awards for the five-year TACTICS contract are expected in the third quarter of this year, according to a notice on the Acquisition Planning Forecast System, as reported by Washington Technology.

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