The Department of War announced a $174 million contract award to secure domestic and allied gallium sources. Gallium is essential for high-performance radar, satellite communications and emerging semiconductor applications in defense systems. This funding will underwrite raw‐material extraction, refining capacity upgrades and strategic stockpiling to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers and mitigate supply disruptions.
Another major award allocates $22.1 million toward expanding radiation testing infrastructure at key DoW facilities. The contract covers the procurement of advanced test chambers, accelerator upgrades and staffed laboratories for assessing microelectronic components’ resilience to space and nuclear environments. This investment accelerates qualification timelines for radiation-hardened chips and enhances overall system reliability.
Under the “American-Made, American-Owned” initiative, the Department awarded a domestic manufacturing contract to restart copper foil production in the U.S. Copper foil is vital for printed circuit boards and high-frequency circuitry in guided munitions and secure communications. The project includes plant refurbishment, workforce training and quality assurance systems to meet rigorous defense specifications.
Together, these investments reinforce the Defense Industrial Base by:
By channeling nearly $220 million into targeted infrastructure and production capabilities, the War Department strengthens national security readiness and underpins future force modernization programs.