Federal Register #Transmittal No. 26-23

Arms Sale to Jordan: Ku Band Multi-Function Radar Systems and Support (RTX)

This notification details a major U.S. arms sale to the Government of Jordan to enhance its air defense capabilities: - Government Buyer: - Department of Defense (DoD), Defense Security Cooperation Agency - OEMs and Vendors: - RTX Missile Defense Technologies (principal contractor for Jordan's Ku band radar systems) - Products and Quantities: - Ku band multi-function radio frequency system radars and command and control systems (quantity not specified) - Generators, GPS receivers (M-code), spare and repair parts, special tools, test equipment, technical manuals, and publications - Training devices for new equipment - Services Requested: - New equipment training for Jordanian personnel - Technical, engineering, and logistics support (U.S. Government and contractor personnel) - Field service representative support, contractor logistics support, program management reviews, and other logistics/program support - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Up to five years of in-country support by U.S. Government and contractor representatives - Sensitive technology classified as SECRET; Jordan must provide adequate protection for released technology - Sale funded through Foreign Military Financing (FMF) - Estimated Value: - Approximately $280 million - Place of Performance: - Jordan (fielding, training, sustainment) - RTX Missile Defense Technologies, Tucson, AZ (contractor location) - **No major defense equipment included; focus is on advanced radar and support systems

Description

The Department of Defense is publishing an unclassified notification regarding arms sales to foreign governments. The notification details proposed sales including equipment such as Ku band multi-function radio frequency system radars and related support to the Government of Jordan, valued at approximately $280 million. The sale aims to support U.S. foreign policy and national security objectives by enhancing the security capabilities of a key ally in the Middle East. The notification also includes information on the sensitivity of the technology involved and the expected impact on regional military balance.

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