DODOtherDefense & SecurityJune 30, 2016

DETAIL DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION (DD&C) FOR LHA 8 (INITIAL EFFORT LIMITED TO PLANNING, ADVANCED ENGINEERING AND PROCURE...

$3,274,417,897

AI Summary

This $3.3 billion contract funds the detailed design and construction of LHA 8, an America-class amphibious assault ship. Huntington Ingalls in Mississippi is building this large warship, which functions as a mini aircraft carrier for Marine Corps expeditionary operations and can deploy helicopters, tiltrotor aircraft, and F-35B fighters.

Key Points

  1. 01Funds design and construction of the LHA 8 amphibious assault ship
  2. 02Awarded to Huntington Ingalls Incorporated in Mississippi
  3. 03Contract valued at approximately $3.3 billion, running through 2026
  4. 04America-class ships support Marine Corps expeditionary operations
  5. 05Includes planning, advanced engineering, and long lead time materials

Award Details

Start Date

Jun 30, 2016

End Date

Jul 31, 2026

Category

Defense & Security

State

MS

Award Type

Other

Quick Summary

Amount
$3.3B
Agency
Department of Defense
Recipient
HUNTINGTON INGALLS INCORPORATED
Type
Other

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