Federal Register #2026-14762

Proposed Arms Sales: Non-Major Defense Equipment for Vietnam and Counter-UAS Systems for Kuwait

This opportunity involves proposed arms sales by the Department of Defense to Vietnam and Kuwait, focusing on non-major defense equipment and advanced counter-unmanned aerial systems. - Government Buyer: - Department of Defense, Office of the Secretary - OEMs and Vendors: - RTX Corporation (Vietnam sale) - Anduril (Kuwait sale) - Products/Services Requested: - Vietnam: - Engine propellers, aircraft components, ground handling equipment - Spare parts, consumables, accessories - Training aids, devices, and spare parts - Unclassified software and publications - Repair and return support, studies and surveys, transportation support - U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support - All items support sustainment of Vietnam's C130 aircraft fleet - Estimated value: $100 million - Kuwait: - Counter-unmanned aerial systems platforms (Roadrunner-Munition, Anvil-Kinetic) - Launch boxes, lattice command and control - Long-Range Sentry Towers (Fire Control, 82 Mobile, Extended Range, Maritime) - Pulsar electromagnetic warfare, menace tactical operations centers, generators - Publications, personnel training, software development - U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support - Estimated value: $1.98 billion - Unique or Notable Requirements: - No major defense equipment is included in either sale - No specific part numbers or quantities provided - Vietnam's procurement is focused on sustainment and readiness of C130 aircraft - Kuwait's procurement is focused on advanced counter-UAS capabilities and integrated support

Description

The Department of Defense has published an unclassified arms sales notification detailing proposed sales to foreign governments. The notification includes information on the sale of non-major defense equipment such as engine propellers, aircraft components, ground handling equipment, and support services to the Government of Vietnam, valued at $100 million. Additionally, it covers a proposed sale of counter-unmanned aerial systems platforms and related support to the Government of Kuwait, valued at $1.98 billion. These sales aim to support U.S. foreign policy and national security objectives by enhancing the operational capabilities of key partners in the Indo-Pacific and Middle East regions.

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