DODOtherDefense & SecurityMarch 31, 2017

LETTER CONTRACT FOR EARLY PROCUREMENT MATERIAL TO SUPPORT THE M109A7/M992A3 VEHICLE PRODUCTION.

$2,875,130,483

AI Summary

This $2.9 billion contract funds early procurement materials and production of the M109A7 self-propelled howitzer and M992A3 ammunition carrier vehicle. BAE Systems in Pennsylvania manufactures these armored artillery vehicles, which provide the Army's armored brigades with mobile, protected firepower for ground combat operations.

Key Points

  1. 01Funds production of M109A7 self-propelled howitzers and M992A3 ammo carriers
  2. 02Awarded to BAE Systems Land & Armaments L.P. in Pennsylvania
  3. 03Contract valued at approximately $2.9 billion, running through 2030
  4. 04Provides mobile artillery capability for Army armored brigade combat teams
  5. 05Replaces older variants of the M109 Paladin howitzer

Award Details

Start Date

Mar 31, 2017

End Date

Sep 30, 2030

Category

Defense & Security

State

PA

Award Type

Other

Quick Summary

Amount
$2.9B
Agency
Department of Defense
Recipient
BAE SYSTEMS LAND & ARMAMENTS L.P.
Type
Other

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