Federal Register #Transmittal No. 260U

DoD Arms Sales Notification: Training, Sustainment, and Support for F/A-18F, EA-18G, and C-130J Aircraft

This opportunity involves a Department of Defense (DoD) arms sales notification for Australia and Norway, focusing on sustainment, training, and support services for military aircraft. - Government Buyer: - Department of Defense (DoD) - Defense Security Cooperation Agency - OEMs Involved: - Boeing (F/A-18F Super Hornet, EA-18G Growler) - Lockheed Martin (C-130J) - Vendors: - No specific resellers or contractors named; services may involve both U.S. Government and contractor support - Products/Services Requested: - For Australia: - Aircrew and maintenance training for F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft - Protective personnel equipment - Technical and logistics support services - Classified and unclassified technical and non-technical manuals, books, publications, and training documentation - For Norway: - Sustainment and associated services for four C-130J aircraft (including Joint Mission Planning Systems, spare parts, consumables, accessories, repair and return support, support equipment, software delivery and support, telecommunications support, minor modifications, maintenance, engineering, and logistics support) - Avionics software support, maps, charts, and software - Notable Requirements: - Includes both classified and unclassified training and documentation - No major defense equipment (MDE) is included; focus is on non-MDE items and services - Highest classification level involved is SECRET - Services are intended to enhance allied defense capabilities and interoperability with the U.S. - Multi-year sustainment for Norway's C-130J fleet, extending through 2028

Description

The Department of Defense has published an unclassified arms sales notification regarding the sustainment and associated services for military aircraft, including training, technical support, and logistics. The notification details amendments to previous sales cases, including increases in contract value and additional non-major defense equipment items. The sale supports the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by enhancing the capabilities of allied nations such as Australia and Norway. The notification includes information on the sensitivity of technology involved and confirms no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness.

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