▶️ The *BAAINBw* has signed a *framework contract* with Rheinmetall Electronics GmbH for the follow-on procurement of soldier-systems *‘Infantry Soldier of the Future – Enhanced System’* (IdZ-ES). ▶️ The framework contract, with a maximum gross *volume of €3.1bn*, will run until the end of 2030. Overall, the Bundeswehr can thus initiate the proportional regeneration as well as the manufacturing and delivery of up to 368 IdZ-ES platoon systems and various options for the procurement of additional components and services. A platoon is a military sub-unit. ▶️ The contract involves, firstly, *upgrading the 68 IdZ-ES platoon systems* currently in use within the Bundeswehr to a digital standard and, secondly, the firm order of a further 24 platoon systems including extensive peripherals. ▶️ The firm order, worth around €417m gross, will be booked in the first quarter of 2025. ▶️ Signed on 6 February 2025, the *contract is the largest ever* for both Rheinmetall and the BAAINBw for the procurement of soldier-systems. These play an increasingly important role as a networked element of combat operations on the *digital battlefield of the future*. ▶️ A platoon system mainly comprises 34 individual soldier-systems and a platoon equipment of peripheral components, consisting of advanced IT-equipment, optics, optronics, as well as military clothing, protection and carrying equipment. As the general contractor, Rheinmetall is responsible for the system and is coordinating the performance of more than 30 subcontractors.