36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification, 50045-50047 [2013-19977]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 78, No. 159 / Friday, August 16, 2013 / Notices integration, communications equipment, support equipment and sustainment, tools and test equipment, publications and technical documentation, personnel training and training equipment, U.S. Government and contractor representative engineering, technical, and logistics support services, and other related elements of logistics support. (iv) Military Department: Army (UFU, UEO); Air Force (QBF) (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: None (vi) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, Offered, or Agreed to be Paid: None (vii) Sensitivity of Technology Contained in the Defense Article or Defense Services Proposed to be Sold: See Attached Annex (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: 5 August 2013 * as defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act. POLICY JUSTIFICATION emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with NOTICES Iraq—Integrated Air Defense System The Government of Iraq has requested a possible sale of 40 AVENGER Fire Units, 681 STINGER Reprogrammable Micro-Processor (RMP) Block I 92H Missiles, 13 AN/MPQ–64F1 SENTINEL Radars, 7 AN/YSQ–184D Forward Area Air Defense Command, Control, and Intelligence (FAAD C2I) Systems, 75 AN/VRC–92E SINCGARS Radios, 3 HAWK XXI Batteries (6 Fire Units) which include 6 Battery Fire Direction Centers, 6 High Powered Illuminator Radars, 216 MIM–23P HAWK Tactical Missiles, 2 Mobile Battalion Operation Centers (BOC), 3 HAWK XXI BOC Air Defense Consoles (ADCs), 1DS/GS Shop 20, 1 DS/GS Shop 21, 1 Mini-Certified Round Assembly Facility (MCRAF), Air Command and Control (C2) systems and surveillance radars for the Integrated Air Defense Systems that includes TPS–77 Long-Range Radars (LRR) and Omnyx-I0 Air Command and Control System, and 10 Medium Range Radars. Also included: Ground Air Transmit Receive VerDate Mar<15>2010 19:06 Aug 15, 2013 Jkt 229001 Ultra High Frequency/Very High Frequency radio capability, facilities and construction for one (1) underground Air Defense Operations Center and two (2) Air Defense Sector Operations Centers, spare and repair parts, repair and return, software support, systems integration, long haul communication technical integration, communications equipment, support equipment and sustainment, tools and test equipment, publications and technical documentation, personnel training and training equipment, U.S. Government and contractor representative engineering, technical, and logistics support services, and other related elements of logistics support. The estimated cost is $2.403 billion. This proposed sale will contribute to the foreign policy and national security of the United States by helping to improve the security of a friendly country. This proposed sale directly supports the Iraqi government and serves the interests of the Iraqi people and the United States. This proposed sale of Ground Based Air Defense Systems will help the Government of Iraq to modernize its armed forces. The proposed air defense system will provide the Iraqi Air Defense Command situational awareness of the country’s airspace and a baseline tactical radar and threat intercept capability. This capability will provide Iraq with the ability to contribute to regional air defenses and reduce its vulnerability to air attacks and also enhance interoperability between the Government of Iraq, the U.S., and other allies. The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region. The principal contractors involved in this program are: Lockheed Martin Corporation, San Diego, California; Thales Raytheon Systems, Fullerton, California; Boeing Company and American General, Letterkenny Army PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 50045 Depot, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania; Raytheon Integrated Defense Systems, Andover, Massachusetts; Northrop Grumman, Rolling Meadows, Illinois; and Kratos Defense and Aerospace, Huntsville, Alabama. There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this potential sale. Implementation of this proposed sale will require 20–25 U.S. Government or contractor representatives to travel to Iraq for a period of 8–10 weeks for equipment checkout and training. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. [FR Doc. 2013–19986 Filed 8–15–13; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 5001–06–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary [Transmittal Nos. 13–41] 36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: The Department of Defense is publishing the unclassified text of a section 36(b)(1) arms sales notification. This is published to fulfill the requirements of section 155 of Public Law 104–164 dated July 21, 1996. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms. B. English, DSCA/DBO/CFM, (703) 601– 3740. The following is a copy of a letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Transmittals 13–41 with attached transmittal, and policy justification. SUMMARY: Dated: August 13, 2013. Aaron Siegel, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. BILLING CODE 5001–06–P E:\FR\FM\16AUN1.SGM 16AUN1 50046 Federal Register / Vol. 78, No. 159 / Friday, August 16, 2013 / Notices Transmittal No. 13–41 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with NOTICES Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act, as amended (i) Prospective Purchaser: Government of Australia (ii) Total Estimated Value: Major Defense Equipment * Other ................................... Total ................................. $47 million $ 7 million $54 million (iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or Services under VerDate Mar<15>2010 19:06 Aug 15, 2013 Jkt 229001 Consideration for Purchase: up to 4,002 M1156 Precision Guidance Kits (PGK) for 155mm munitions, personnel training and training equipment, publications and technical documentation, U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical and logistics support services, and other related elements of logistics support. (iv) Military Department: Army (UGV, A01) (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: FMS case UGV–$20M–31Dec12 (vi) Sales Commissions, Fee, etc: None PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 (vii) Sensitivity of Technology Contained in the Defense Article or Defense Services Proposed to be Sold: None (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: 8 August 2013 * as defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act. POLICY JUSTIFICATION The Government of Australia— Munitions The Government of Australia has requested a possible sale of up to 4,002 M1156 Precision Guidance Kits (PGK) E:\FR\FM\16AUN1.SGM 16AUN1 EN16AU13.001</GPH> BILLING CODE 5001–06–C Federal Register / Vol. 78, No. 159 / Friday, August 16, 2013 / Notices emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with NOTICES for 155mm munitions, personnel training and training equipment, publications and technical documentation, U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical and logistics support services, and other related elements of logistics support. The estimated cost is $54 million. Australia is an important ally in the Western Pacific that contributes significantly to ensuring peace and economic stability in the region. Australia has requested these PGKs to provide for the defense of deployed troops, in pursuit of regional security objectives and interoperability with the United States. This proposed sale is consistent with U.S. objectives to strengthen Australia’s military capabilities and facilitate burden sharing. (U) The Government of Australia requires these PGKs to provide capabilities vital to defend against external and other potential threats. This proposed sale supports Australia’s efforts to effectively secure its borders and littoral waters, as well as conduct counter-terrorism/counter-piracy operations. The Government of VerDate Mar<15>2010 19:06 Aug 15, 2013 Jkt 229001 50047 Australia is capable of absorbing and maintaining these guidance kits in its inventory. The proposed sale of this equipment will not alter the basic military balance in the region. The principal contractor will be ATK Armament Systems of Plymouth, Minnesota. There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this potential sale. Implementation of this sale will not require the assignment of U.S. Government or contractor representatives to Australia. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. ACTION: [FR Doc. 2013–19977 Filed 8–15–13; 8:45 am] Dated: August 13, 2013. Aaron Siegel, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. BILLING CODE 5001–06–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Notice. The Department of Defense is publishing the unclassified text of a section 36(b)(1) arms sales notification. This is published to fulfill the requirements of section 155 of Public Law 104–164 dated July 21, 1996. SUMMARY: Ms. B. English, DSCA/DBO/CFM, (703) 601– 3740. The following is a copy of a letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Transmittals 13–21 with attached transmittal, and policy justification. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: BILLING CODE 5001–06–P Office of the Secretary [Transmittal Nos. 13–21] 36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense. AGENCY: PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 E:\FR\FM\16AUN1.SGM 16AUN1

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[Federal Register Volume 78, Number 159 (Friday, August 16, 2013)]
[Notices]
[Pages 50045-50047]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2013-19977]


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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Office of the Secretary

[Transmittal Nos. 13-41]


36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification

AGENCY: Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The Department of Defense is publishing the unclassified text 
of a section 36(b)(1) arms sales notification. This is published to 
fulfill the requirements of section 155 of Public Law 104-164 dated 
July 21, 1996.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms. B. English, DSCA/DBO/CFM, (703) 
601-3740.
    The following is a copy of a letter to the Speaker of the House of 
Representatives, Transmittals 13-41 with attached transmittal, and 
policy justification.

    Dated: August 13, 2013.
Aaron Siegel,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense.
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Transmittal No. 13-41
Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to Section 
36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act, as amended
    (i) Prospective Purchaser: Government of Australia
    (ii) Total Estimated Value:

Major Defense Equipment *...............  $47 million
Other...................................  $ 7 million
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  Total.................................  $54 million
 

    (iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or 
Services under Consideration for Purchase: up to 4,002 M1156 Precision 
Guidance Kits (PGK) for 155mm munitions, personnel training and 
training equipment, publications and technical documentation, U.S. 
Government and contractor engineering, technical and logistics support 
services, and other related elements of logistics support.
    (iv) Military Department: Army (UGV, A01)
    (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: FMS case UGV-$20M-31Dec12
    (vi) Sales Commissions, Fee, etc: None
    (vii) Sensitivity of Technology Contained in the Defense Article or 
Defense Services Proposed to be Sold: None
    (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: 8 August 2013

* as defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act.

POLICY JUSTIFICATION

The Government of Australia--Munitions

    The Government of Australia has requested a possible sale of up to 
4,002 M1156 Precision Guidance Kits (PGK)

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for 155mm munitions, personnel training and training equipment, 
publications and technical documentation, U.S. Government and 
contractor engineering, technical and logistics support services, and 
other related elements of logistics support. The estimated cost is $54 
million.
    Australia is an important ally in the Western Pacific that 
contributes significantly to ensuring peace and economic stability in 
the region. Australia has requested these PGKs to provide for the 
defense of deployed troops, in pursuit of regional security objectives 
and interoperability with the United States. This proposed sale is 
consistent with U.S. objectives to strengthen Australia's military 
capabilities and facilitate burden sharing.
    (U) The Government of Australia requires these PGKs to provide 
capabilities vital to defend against external and other potential 
threats. This proposed sale supports Australia's efforts to effectively 
secure its borders and littoral waters, as well as conduct counter-
terrorism/counter-piracy operations. The Government of Australia is 
capable of absorbing and maintaining these guidance kits in its 
inventory.
    The proposed sale of this equipment will not alter the basic 
military balance in the region.
    The principal contractor will be ATK Armament Systems of Plymouth, 
Minnesota. There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection 
with this potential sale.
    Implementation of this sale will not require the assignment of U.S. 
Government or contractor representatives to Australia.
    There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a 
result of this proposed sale.

[FR Doc. 2013-19977 Filed 8-15-13; 8:45 am]
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