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Traditional Defense Contracting Companies Continue to Lead Market Share
04-Nov-2022
North America
Market Research
K81E-01-00-00-00
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This research service focuses on US Department of Defense (DoD) contracting information for the research, development, test, and evaluation; procurement; and operations and maintenance categories.The analyst has segmented contracting data by military department and overall leading firms.The data and insight provided are fiscal year 2021 DoD contracting information.
DoD contracts reflect the department’s goals to sustain the force, modernize networks, and develop more lethal and longer-range weapons systems to deter potential adversaries.
Contract data is an estimate drawn from DoD published information and does not include classified information.Budget requests include base, overseas contingency operations, and emergency categories. Segmentation and contracting estimates are made at the analyst’s discretion.
The purpose of this study is to discuss the leading DoD contractors.The market is mature and stable.This study will outline and provide commentary regarding competitive firms and contracting trends.The main goals are to understand the current state of the DoD competitive environment, leading companies and technology areas, and opportunities to participate in the DoD market.
Author: Brad Curran
Why is it Increasingly Difficult to Grow?
The Strategic Imperative 8™
The Impact of the Top 3 Strategic Imperatives on the US Department of Defense Competitive Environment
Growth Opportunities Fuel the Growth Pipeline Engine™
Purpose and Overview
Defense Technology Areas
Growth Drivers
Growth Restraints
US DoD Competitive Assessment Segmentation
Contracts by Department
Growth Metrics
Competitive Environment
Market Share
Market Share Analysis
Top 10 Contractors in FY 2021
Top 10 Air Force/Space Force Contractors in FY 2021
Top 10 Army Contractors in FY 2021
Top 10 Joint Services Contractors in FY 2021
Top 10 Navy/Marine Corps Contractors in FY 2021
Other Key Competitors
Growth Opportunity 1: Procurement
Growth Opportunity 1: Procurement (continued)
Growth Opportunity 2: Research & Development
Growth Opportunity 2: Research & Development (continued)
Growth Opportunity 3: Operations & Maintenance
Growth Opportunity 3: Operations & Maintenance (continued)
Conclusions and Future Outlook
List of Exhibits
Legal Disclaimer
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