## Filing Overview **Filing Date**: 01-08-2024 **Type of Filing**: [[Filing Definitions#8-K|8-K]] --- ## Notes - **Contract Announcement**: Rocket Lab USA, Inc. announced its selection by the Space Development Agency (SDA) as the prime contractor for a **$515 million** firm-fixed price contract. - The agreement includes the design, development, testing, and operation of **18 Tranche 2 Transport Layer-Beta Data Transport Satellites (T2TL - Beta)**. - The project forms part of the SDA’s Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture. - **Vertical Integration**: Rocket Lab will integrate its in-house components, such as solar panels, avionics, and flight software, leveraging its Long Beach, California manufacturing facilities. - The contract includes **$489 million base value** and **$26 million in incentives and options**. - **Strategic Milestone**: This marks Rocket Lab’s debut as a prime contractor for defense satellite constellations, enhancing its position as a key supplier for the Department of Defense. - **Operational Outlook**: The satellites are expected to launch in **2027**, supporting low-latency military data connectivity. --- ## Filing ![[bfe8ffc2-12ef-4b11-9a0c-2807e54910d8.pdf]]