FAA WAAS GEO Satellite
FAA Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) Geostationary Earth Orbiting Satellite
DOT IDIQ Active - Obligated to date
- $69.9M
- Task orders
- 1
- Contractors
- 2
Vehicle overview
The FAA WAAS GEO Satellite is a contract vehicle managed by the Federal Aviation Administration to procure and operate Geostationary Earth Orbit satellites for the Wide Area Augmentation System. It provides the necessary satellite infrastructure to augment Global Positioning System signals, improving the accuracy and integrity of navigation for civil aviation. This vehicle is critical for maintaining the operational availability of the WAAS constellation and integrating modernized satellite payloads.
Work includes the development of the GEO 7 payload and the transition of the system to dual-frequency capabilities. Notable contractors delivering these services include Leidos and Raytheon.
Where agencies spend through FAA WAAS GEO Satellite
See which agencies and types of work reported the most positive obligations through FAA WAAS GEO Satellite in the last 12 months.
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Department of Transportation
- Last 12mo obligations
- $9.6M
- Last 12mo awards
- 1
Coverage period Jul 28, 2025–Jul 27, 2026
FAA WAAS GEO Satellite contract holders
| Contractor | Obligated | Task orders |
|---|---|---|
| LEIDOS, INC. | $69.9M | 1 |
| RAYTHEON COMPANY | $0 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
- What is FAA WAAS GEO Satellite?
- The FAA WAAS GEO Satellite is a contract vehicle managed by the Federal Aviation Administration to procure and operate Geostationary Earth Orbit satellites for the Wide Area Augmentation System. It provides the necessary satellite infrastructure to augment Global Positioning System signals, improving the accuracy and integrity of navigation for civil aviation. This vehicle is critical for maintaining the operational availability of the WAAS constellation and integrating modernized satellite payloads.
- Which agency manages FAA WAAS GEO Satellite?
- FAA Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) Geostationary Earth Orbiting Satellite is a IDIQ managed by Department of Transportation.
- What can agencies acquire through FAA WAAS GEO Satellite?
- Work includes the development of the GEO 7 payload and the transition of the system to dual-frequency capabilities. Notable contractors delivering these services include Leidos and Raytheon.
- How much has been obligated through FAA WAAS GEO Satellite?
- $69.9M has been obligated across 1 task orders.
- Which agencies use FAA WAAS GEO Satellite?
- In the 12 months ending July 27, 2026, agencies with reported awards through FAA WAAS GEO Satellite included the Department of Transportation. The Department of Transportation reported $9.6M in positive obligations for Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (NAICS 334511). Figures use reported USAspending award data.
- How many contractors hold FAA WAAS GEO Satellite?
- 2 contractors hold a position on FAA WAAS GEO Satellite.
- Is FAA WAAS GEO Satellite active?
- Yes, FAA WAAS GEO Satellite is currently active.
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