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Air Force Modifies 3DELRR Solicitation

Pat Host

Monday, August 1st, 2016

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Air Force Modifies 3DELRR Solicitation

Lockheed Martin's 3DELRR prototype. Photo: Lockheed Martin.

The Air Force said Monday it amended the Three-Dimensional Long-Range Radar (3DELRR) solicitation to include options for full-rate production (FRP).Air Force Col. Michael Harm, theater battle control division chief and senior materiel leader, said Monday in a statement the amended solicitation would help the service secure competitive pricing for FRP. The contract now comprises engineering and manufacturing development (EMD), low rate initial production (LRIP), interim contractor support and FRP. Contract award is still anticipated for second quarter of fiscal year…

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