Navy selects contractor for tactical data link work

The Navy's Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command  has awarded an $18.5 million contract to Data Link Solutions to furnish Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS) Low Volume Terminals (LVT) to U.S. and Coalition forces, Rockwell Collins said Aug. 31.

The award covers  MIDS-LVT tactical data links radios supporting U.S. platforms such as the F-16, MH-60R, MH-60S, F/A-18, and foreign military sales, company officials said.

Data Link Solutions is a joint venture between Rockwell Collins and BAE Systems.