The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of the United Kingdom of High Gain Measurement System for an estimated cost of $125 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today.
The Government of the United Kingdom has requested to buy a High Gain Measurement System (HGMS) with off-aspect mid frequency line arrays (MFLAs), HGMS components that include acoustic sensors, cables, test hardware and software; containers; anchoring equipment; integration and test support; spare and repair parts; publications and technical documentation; personnel training and equipment; U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services; and other related elements of logistics and program support. The estimated total cost is $125 million.
This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by improving the security of a key NATO Ally that is an important force for political stability and economic progress in Europe.
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Download free sample pagesThe proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region.
The principal contractor will be Leidos, Inc., located in Reston, VA. There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this potential sale.
Implementation of this proposed sale will not require the assignment of any additional U.S. Government or contractor representatives to the United Kingdom.
There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale.
The description and dollar value are for the highest estimated quantity and dollar value based on initial requirements. Actual dollar value will be lower depending on final requirements, budget authority, and signed sales agreement(s), if and when concluded.
