GUIDED MISSILE FRIGATE: Navy Has Taken Steps to Reduce Acquisition Risk, but Opportunities Exist to Improve Knowledge for Decision Makers

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Abstract:

In response to the shortcomings of the Navys Littoral Combat Ship program and evolving threats, the Navy began the FFG(X) program. With FFG(X), the Navy intends to deliver a multi-mission ship that will provide anti-surface, antisubmarine, and air warfare capabilities. DOD approved FFG(X) requirements in February 2019.The Navy plans for a competitive contract award to support final FFG(X) design and construction. The program is expected to cost over $20 billion for 20 ships.

Author(s):
Oakley, Shelby
Author Organization(s):
United States Government Accountability Office
Funding Organization(s):
United States Government Accountability Office, Washington , DC
Document Type:
Technical Report/Congressional Report
Publication Date:
2019 Aug 02
Pagination:
52

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Distribution Code:
A - Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement: Public Release

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Collection: TRECMS
Subject Terms
Communities of Interest:
Ground and Sea Platforms
Descriptor(s):
test and evaluation, naval operations, navy, air defense, congress, guided missiles, procurement, radar, system software, business administration, contracts, cost analysis, cost estimates, department of defense, littoral combat ships, warfare, aerial warfare
Keyword(s):
Competitive procurement, Fixed price incentive contracts, Naval procurement
Subject Categories:
Guided Missle Technology; Military Sciences; Behavioral and Social Sciences
Creation Date:
2022 May 18
Update Date:
2022 Jun 28