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SAM.gov · April 21, 2026
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SpaceX's Starshield gets a contract for secure satellite communications
What happened
L3Harris Technologies won a contract to work on Starshield, SpaceX's secure satellite network. This means the US government is moving forward with plans to use Starshield for defense and intelligence communications.
Why it matters
The US government is increasingly looking to commercial space companies for critical infrastructure. This contract shows a concrete step towards integrating SpaceX's Starshield into national security operations. It signals a shift in how the military and intelligence agencies might acquire and manage their satellite communication capabilities, moving away from purely custom-built systems.
The signal
Watch for future contracts and announcements detailing specific government agencies using Starshield, or for public statements about its operational deployment.