Federal Register #2026-19320

AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II Missiles for South Korea and MQ-9 Aircraft Logistics Support for France

This opportunity involves two major international defense sales coordinated by the Department of Defense, Defense Security Cooperation Agency: - Republic of Korea Sale: - 103 AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II tactical missiles and 10 AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II Tactical Guidance Units - OEM: RTX Corporation (Raytheon) - Includes active optical target detectors, training, weapon system support, training aids/devices, spare parts, and both U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services - Estimated value: $125 million - Purpose: Enhance South Korea's air defense capabilities and interoperability with U.S. forces - France Support Package: - Contractor logistics support for MQ-9 aircraft - Includes components, spares, accessories, repair and return, software and software support, simulator software, personnel training and training equipment, publications and technical documentation, engineering, technical, and logistical support, ground handling equipment, site surveys, transportation support, and other related logistics/program support - Estimated value: $353 million (raising total case value to $653 million) - Notable requirements: - Emphasis on comprehensive support, training, and sustainment for both missile and aircraft systems - Both sales are intended to improve allied defense capabilities and operational readiness - Highlighted OEM: RTX Corporation (Raytheon) for the AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II missiles

Description

The Department of Defense (DoD) is publishing the unclassified text of an arms sales notification regarding the sale of AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II tactical missiles and related equipment to the Republic of Korea. The sale includes 103 missiles, 10 tactical guidance units, and various support services with an estimated total cost of $125 million. The sale aims to improve the security and air defense capability of a major ally in the Indo-Pacific region. The notification also includes details about a separate enhancement or upgrade of technology for the Government of France involving contractor logistics support and related items valued at $353 million, increasing the total case value to $653 million.

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