Project Overview
| Project | JP 2089 |
| Phase | 2 |
| Project Name | Tactical Information Exchange Domain (Data Links) |
| Scope | JP 2089 is intended to deliver tactical data links to legacy platforms and capabilities of the ADF and the infrastructure required to support tactical data exchange at the force level. The initial focus will be on providing digital tactical information links comprising Link 16 and Variable Message Format (VMF). Phase 2 is intended to implement Tactical Information Exchange (TIE) solutions on the following platforms: Link 16 and VMF in the ANZAC-class guided missile frigates, and VMF on the F/A-18 Hornet aircraft. Phase 2 will also include further definition studies related to other ADF platforms, such as ground-based elements, the Tiger Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter and tactical air transport. Phase 3 is intended to implement TIE solutions on additional platforms identified through Phase 2 studies. |
| Background | Tactical data links are key information exchange systems within networked defence forces. Under JP 2089, the ADF is introducing a coherent Tactical Digital Information Link architecture and is systematically introducing data links to selected platforms. Other phases of JP 2089 include: • Phase 1 (approved) is in progress. This phase is a Project Definition Study that will define the scope of later phases. One of the studies will be a Tactical Information Exchange System-of-Systems Concept for the ADF to allow assessment of the ADF's current and future platforms out to 2015 and quantify the requirements to ensure all platforms can seamlessly exchange tactical information across the battlespace. |
| Australian Industry Opportunities | Overview Capabilities and related activities that may provide opportunities for Australian industry in Phases 2 and 3 include: (Table) Acquisition Phase 2 - It is expected that TIE solutions for the high priority platforms (ANZAC class guided missile frigates and F/A-18 Hornet aircraft) will be achieved through leveraging off current project contracts. There will be a competitive tender for a further PDS element. Phase 3 - Although the industry requirements are yet to be developed, Australian industry involvement is expected in the majority of the proposed activities. The industry requirements will be guided by the information obtained through the Phase 2 Definition Studies. Through-life Support Phase 2 - It is expected that through-life support for the TIE solutions for the priority platforms will be achieved through leveraging off current project contracts. Phase 3 - The industry requirements will be based around developing and maintaining sufficient capability within Australian industry to undertake a full range of through-life operation, maintenance and support activities. |
| Estimated Phase Expenditure | $100m to $150m |
| Scheduled Year of Decision | FY 2006/07 |
| Scheduled In Service Date | 2006 to 2008 |
| DCP Page No | 89 |
| Project | JP 2089 |
| Phase | 3 |
| Project Name | Tactical Information Exchange Domain (Data Links) |
| Scope | JP 2089 is intended to deliver tactical data links to legacy platforms and capabilities of the ADF and the infrastructure required to support tactical data exchange at the force level. The initial focus will be on providing digital tactical information links comprising Link 16 and Variable Message Format (VMF). Phase 2 is intended to implement Tactical Information Exchange (TIE) solutions on the following platforms: Link 16 and VMF in the ANZAC-class guided missile frigates, and VMF on the F/A-18 Hornet aircraft. Phase 2 will also include further definition studies related to other ADF platforms, such as ground-based elements, the Tiger Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter and tactical air transport. Phase 3 is intended to implement TIE solutions on additional platforms identified through Phase 2 studies. |
| Background | Tactical data links are key information exchange systems within networked defence forces. Under JP 2089, the ADF is introducing a coherent Tactical Digital Information Link architecture and is systematically introducing data links to selected platforms. Other phases of JP 2089 include: • Phase 1 (approved) is in progress. This phase is a Project Definition Study that will define the scope of later phases. One of the studies will be a Tactical Information Exchange System-of-Systems Concept for the ADF to allow assessment of the ADF's current and future platforms out to 2015 and quantify the requirements to ensure all platforms can seamlessly exchange tactical information across the battlespace. |
| Australian Industry Opportunities | Overview Capabilities and related activities that may provide opportunities for Australian industry in Phases 2 and 3 include: (Table) Acquisition Phase 2 - It is expected that TIE solutions for the high priority platforms (ANZAC class guided missile frigates and F/A-18 Hornet aircraft) will be achieved through leveraging off current project contracts. There will be a competitive tender for a further PDS element. Phase 3 - Although the industry requirements are yet to be developed, Australian industry involvement is expected in the majority of the proposed activities. The industry requirements will be guided by the information obtained through the Phase 2 Definition Studies. Through-life Support Phase 2 - It is expected that through-life support for the TIE solutions for the priority platforms will be achieved through leveraging off current project contracts. Phase 3 - The industry requirements will be based around developing and maintaining sufficient capability within Australian industry to undertake a full range of through-life operation, maintenance and support activities. |
| Estimated Phase Expenditure | $50m to $75m |
| Scheduled Year of Decision | FY 2009/10 to 2011/12 |
| Scheduled In Service Date | 2010 to 2012 |
| DCP Page No | 89 |