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Army BAA Looks For Proposals For Next-Gen Combat Vehicle Engine

By Cal Biesecker

Friday, February 10th, 2012

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The government yesterday said it wants proposals by April 9 to explore the further development of an advanced next generation combat engine. One 36-month contract is expected to be awarded June 29. The work would extend from fiscal year 2012 to 2014. The total maximum funding available FY 2012 through 2014 is $4.9 million. The effort, sought by TACOM Lifecycle Management Command, is develop a military family of engines for combat and tactical applications. The long-term modernization power needs of…

Pentagon

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Congress

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