Opportunity
Federal Register #Transmittal No. 2643
DoD Proposed Sale: AH-64E Apache Helicopter Upgrades and Advanced Systems for Republic of Korea
Buyer
Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD)
Posted
June 08, 2026
Identifier
Transmittal No. 2643
NAICS
336413, 541330, 541690
The Department of Defense, Army, is proposing a major arms sale to the Republic of Korea to upgrade its AH-64E Apache helicopter fleet. - Government Buyer: - Department of Defense, Army - OEMs and Vendors: - Harris (for Small Tactical Terminal KOR24A) - Other OEMs implied for radar, radio, and warning systems (e.g., Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, BAE Systems) - Products/Services Requested: - 8 AN/APG78 Fire Control Radar Mast Mounted Assemblies (for Apache helicopters) - 8 Longbow FCR Radar Electronic Units - 40 AN/ARC231A (RT 1987) VHF/UHF Radios - Small Tactical Terminal KOR24A with Link 16 capability - Improved Data Modem-401 - AAR57 Common Missile Warning System - Manned-Unmanned Teaming X (MUMTX) data link system - Enhanced Image Intensifier (EI2) cameras - Engineering, technical, and logistics support services - Repair, test, and support equipment; spare and repair parts - Software delivery and support; publications and technical documentation - Personnel training and training equipment - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Equipment and services are specifically for upgrading Korea's AH-64E Apache helicopters - Includes advanced communications, targeting, and survivability enhancements - Comprehensive support package covers training, logistics, and technical documentation - Estimated contract value: $1.2 billion
Description
The Department of Defense is publishing the unclassified text of an arms sales notification regarding the proposed sale of defense articles and services to the Republic of Korea. The sale includes major defense equipment such as eight AN/APG78 Fire Control Radars and forty AN/ARC231A radios, along with various non-major defense equipment and support services. The total estimated value of the sale is $1.2 billion. This sale aims to improve the security and military capabilities of the Republic of Korea, a key ally in the Indo-Pacific region.