Delivery Order #FA810722F0002

DoD Awards Boeing $304,580,838 for B-52 Engine Replacement Program

The Department of Defense (DoD) awarded a definitive delivery order contract to The Boeing Company for the B-52 Commercial Engine Replacement Program (CERP) Rapid Prototyping Material 1 (RPM1). The contract is based on a cost-plus-fixed-fee pricing structure and is expected to provide essential enhancements to the B-52 aircraft's capabilities. This award signifies a critical investment in modernizing the U.S. Air Force's aging fleet, highlighting the importance of maintaining combat readiness and operational efficiencies. The total potential value of the contract is $304,580,838, and the performance period spans from October 15, 2021, to July 31, 2029. Notably, the contract was not awarded through competitive bidding, indicating a sole-source determination due to Boeing's expertise and existing capabilities. Key subcontractors involved in this project include Spirit AeroSystems Inc, providing major structures; Harlow Aerostructures, LLC, involved in outside production; and Jet Micro Corporation, supplying common aerospace commodities. This extensive collaboration underlines the contract's significance in the aerospace industry, ensuring efficient production and integration of advanced technologies.

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RAPID PROTOTYPE MATERIAL, PHASE 1

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