MTN Government Services is Awarded Major Federal Contract with the U.S. Defense Information Systems Agency for Satellite Communication Services
LEESBURG, Va., March 16, 2010 – The U.S. Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) has awarded a bid contract worth over $50 million to MTN Government Services (MTNGS), a subsidiary of MTN Satellite Communications (MTN), to provide global broadband satellite services.
Under the firm, fixed-price, five-year contract, MTNGS will supply global C- and Ku-band satellite bandwidth to support the mission requirements for a key agency within DISA.
“This program leverages MTN’s seamless worldwide coverage and high-quality network infrastructure to ensure continuous broadband satellite connectivity for crucial DISA operations,” said James Ramsey, president, MTNGS. “It is an honor for us to provide mission-critical communication links to support our men and women who go into harm’s way in the service of their country.”
The initial six-month award is for $6.5 million. The contract includes five options, which when exercised, will bring the total contract value to over $50 million. “This significant contract, won in a tough competitive environment, solidifies MTNGS’ position as a key supplier of satellite communication services and equipment to the U.S. government,” said Jonathan Weintraub, CEO, MTN.
The global satellite enterprise system for DISA will be comprised of a geospatially diversified satellite infrastructure and geographically diversified ground entry points, providing continuous non-preemptable bandwidth with 24/7/365 availability to support broadband voice and data communications through transportable, tactical, very small aperture terminals (VSAT), according to Ramsey.
MTNGS provides “Always On – Always Available” worldwide connectivity solutions to a significant number of government entities today, including the Department of Defense, Military Sealift Command, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Navy, U.S. Army and other agencies.
About MTN Satellite Communications
MTN Satellite Communications (MTN) is the leading global service provider of communications, connectivity and content services to remote locations around the world. MTN’s maritime VSAT solutions offer a global satellite communications network with the reliability that only “Always On – Always Available” systems can provide. More than 500 vessels and land-based terminals worldwide, including cruise ships, government and military vessels, private yachts, ferries, offshore drilling and production sites, and commercial ships depend on MTN’s voice and data networks to allow them to “be in the middle of nowhere and at the center of everything.” Premium services include remote access for Internet, fixed and mobile phones, fax, television, on-board newspapers, banking services, direct payroll deposit for crew and other enterprise solutions. MTN is based in Miramar, Fla. For more information, visit www.mtnsat.com.
