Joint Personnel Recovery Agency

The Joint Personnel Recovery Agency (JPRA) is focused on developing innovative capabilities to enhance personnel recovery operations in various challenging environments, including large-scale combat and anti-access/area denial scenarios. The agency's efforts aim to address capability gaps identified in the Personnel Recovery Initial Capabilities Document, which has been approved by the Joint Requirements Oversight Council. The JPRA's developmental activities include research and development, support equipment, and contract services to support its headquarters at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, as well as other operational locations.

A key objective of the JPRA is the development and transition to sustainment of the Personnel Recovery Information Data System (PRIDS). This enterprise-level information data system is designed to enable data management, analysis, and collaboration across the Department of Defense. The system will be housed on USAF Platform One/Cloud One, ensuring robust and secure data handling capabilities. This initiative aligns with directives outlined in DODI 3002.1, emphasizing the importance of enhancing personnel recovery capabilities.

In addition to PRIDS, the JPRA is involved in various projects such as the Common Distress Reporting System and Collaborative Personnel Recovery Planning Systems. These projects focus on improving geospatial data visualization and predictive planning capabilities for personnel recovery operations. The agency also explores alternative systems analysis to address report and locate requirement gaps identified by combatant commands. Through these efforts, the JPRA aims to provide comprehensive solutions that enhance the effectiveness of personnel recovery missions across different operational contexts.

The acquisition strategy for these projects involves leveraging existing program contracts whenever possible. In cases where no suitable contract exists, new contracts are awarded through full and open competition to ensure transparency and value for money. This approach supports the JPRA's mission to deliver advanced personnel recovery capabilities efficiently while maintaining flexibility in addressing emerging challenges in operational environments.