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Air Force Pursuing Air Launched Cruise Missile Replacement

Monday, October 21st, 2013

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The Air Force is performing market research for possible offerors in the Long Range Standoff (LRSO) program, which is responsible for procuring a nuclear-capable cruise missile that will replace the service’s Air Launched Cruise Missile (ALCM), according to a notice posted at Federal Business Opportunities. The Air Force intends to hold an industry day Oct. 31 to review the draft acquisition strategy for feedback prior to the acquisition strategy panel. The service intends to release the request for proposal (RFP)…

Space

Upgrading Current GPS Ground System “Now a Viable Option,” As GPS OCX Problems Continue, Space Official Says

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Congress

Graham Says GOP To Move Ahead On Second Reconciliation Bill, With Defense Funds As Priority

Senate Budget Committee Chair Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) said Wednesday, with the White House’s backing, his panel will move “expeditiously” on crafting a second reconciliation bill, citing priorities for defense and […]

Pentagon

Hegseth Acknowledges Potential $200 Billion Iran Supplemental Request, Final Figure ‘Could Move’

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Thursday acknowledged the Pentagon could potentially ask Congress for $200 billion in supplemental funding to support the ongoing operation against Iran and replenish munitions used […]

Congress

Counter-Drone Flyaway Kit Used In U.S. In Early Hours Of Iran Strikes, NORTHCOM Head Says

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