- The U.S. Department of State awarded a $14,986,207 contract to Echodyne Corp. to supply 360-degree four-paneled tactical radar systems and support services for use in Ukraine.
- The radar systems are intended to provide continuous 360-degree surveillance and improved detection of aerial threats in operational environments.
The United States Department of State has awarded a contract to Washington-based Echodyne for the provision of 360-degree, four-paneled tactical radar systems and related support services in Ukraine.
The contract, valued at $14.9 million, was awarded on March 5, 2026, according to a federal contract award notice.
The systems are intended to provide persistent situational awareness and improved tracking of aerial or surface threats in operational environments where rapid detection and response are required.
According to the contract award notice, the agreement was issued under notice ID 19AQMM26C0298 and falls under Product Service Code 5840 for radar equipment, excluding airborne systems. The contractor, Echodyne Corp., is headquartered in Kirkland, Washington. The award carries a total contract value of $14,986,207 and includes equipment delivery as well as related support services.
The U.S. Department of State said the contract covers “the provision of equipment and related support services in Ukraine.” The notice states that the contract includes a base period of performance and is expected to begin after a transition phase following the award.
Echodyne manufactures electronically scanned radar systems designed for tactical security, counter-drone operations, and surveillance roles. The company’s radar systems are built around electronically steered array technology that enables continuous scanning without mechanical rotation. In practical military and security applications, this allows sensors to maintain persistent 360-degree coverage while rapidly detecting and tracking small or low-flying targets.