Arms Sales Notification, 43555-43557 [2020-15507]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 85, No. 138 / Friday, July 17, 2020 / Notices POLICY JUSTIFICATION Kuwait—Patriot Advanced Capability (PAC-3) Missile Segment Enhancements (MSEs) with Canisters The Government of Kuwait has requested to buy eighty-four (84) Patriot Advanced Capability (PAC-3) Missile Segment Enhancements (MSEs) with canisters; two (2) Patriot MSE test missiles 2-Pack per unit of issue; thirtyfive (35) remanufactured (upgrades): Patriot modification kit, missile launchers A902+ Series to A903 Series; twenty-six (26) PAC-3 Missile Round Trainer (MRT); and twenty-six (26) Empty Round Trainer (ERT). Also included is one (1) Flight Test Target— Zombie, PAC-3 missile spares held in Continental United States (CONUS) for repair and return, two (2) PAC-3 telemetry kits, training devices, simulators, transportation, organizational equipment, spare and repair parts, support equipment, tools and test equipment, technical data and publications, personnel training and training equipment, U.S. government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services, and other related elements of logistics support. The total estimated program cost is $800 million. The proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security of the United States by helping to improve the security of a Major Non-NATO Ally that is an important force for political stability and economic progress in the Middle East. khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with NOTICES Patriot PAC-3 MSEs will supplement and improve Kuwait’s capability to meet current and future threats and provide greater security for its critical oil and natural gas infrastructure. Kuwait will use the enhanced capability to strengthen its homeland air defense by better meeting current and future air threats. The acquisition of these missiles will allow for integration with U.S. forces for training exercises, which contributes to regional security and interoperability. Kuwait will have no difficulty absorbing this equipment and services into its armed forces. VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:12 Jul 16, 2020 Jkt 250001 The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region. The principal contractor involved in this program is Lockheed Martin Corporation (Grand Prairie), Dallas, TX. There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this potential sale. Implementation of this proposed sale will require the assignment of two U.S. Government and three contractor representatives to Kuwait to support delivery of the Patriot PAC-3 MSEs with Canisters and provide support and equipment familiarization. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. Transmittal No. 20-16 43555 2. If a technologically advanced adversary were to obtain knowledge of the specific hardware and software elements, the information could be used to develop countermeasures which might reduce weapon system effectiveness or be used in the development of a system with similar or advanced capabilities. 3. A determination has been made that Kuwait can provide substantially the same degree of protection of this technology as the U.S. Government. This proposed sale is necessary in furtherance of U.S. foreign policy and national security objectives outlined in the Policy Justification. 4. All defense articles and services listed in this transmittal are authorized for release and export to the Government of Kuwait. Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act [FR Doc. 2020–15496 Filed 7–16–20; 8:45 am] Annex DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Item No. vii Office of the Secretary (vii) Sensitivity of Technology: 1. The Patriot Advanced Capability (PAC-3) Missile Segment Enhancements (MSEs) is a small, highly agile, kinetic kill interceptor for defense against tactical ballistic missiles, cruise missiles and air-breathing threats. The MSE variant of the PAC-3 missile represents the next generation in hit-to-kill interceptors and provided expanded battlespace against evolving threats. The PAC-3 MSE improves upon the original PAC-3 capability with a higher performance solid rocket motor, modified lethality enhancer, more responsible control surfaces, upgraded guidance software and insensitive munitions improvements. The PAC-3 MSE’s sensitive/critical technology is primarily in the areas of design and production know-how and manufacturing data and processes. Information on limitations of the PAC3 MSE, including survivability and vulnerability data, is classified. Classified information could be revealed through reverse engineering or testing the PAC-3 MSE interceptor. PO 00000 Frm 00024 BILLING CODE 5001–06–P Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 [Transmittal No. 20–20] Arms Sales Notification Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense. ACTION: Arms sales notice. AGENCY: The Department of Defense is publishing the unclassified text of an arms sales notification. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Karma Job at karma.d.job.civ@mail.mil or (703) 697–8976. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This 36(b)(1) arms sales notification is published to fulfill the requirements of section 155 of Public Law 104–164 dated July 21, 1996. The following is a copy of a letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Transmittal 20–20 with attached Policy Justification. SUMMARY: Dated: July 10, 2020. Aaron T. Siegel, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. BILLING CODE 5001–06–P E:\FR\FM\17JYN1.SGM 17JYN1 43556 Federal Register / Vol. 85, No. 138 / Friday, July 17, 2020 / Notices Transmittal No. 20-20 khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD 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 Kuwait (ii) Total Estimated Value: Major Defense Equipment * .. Other ...................................... $ 0 million $200 million Total ................................... $200 million (iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or Services under Consideration for Purchase: The Government of Kuwait has requested to buy a Patriot missile Repair and Return program as follow-on support. Major Defense Equipment (MDE): None Non-MDE: Included are Patriot GEMT missile and missile components repair services, transportation, organizational VerDate Sep<11>2014 19:23 Jul 16, 2020 Jkt 250001 equipment, repair parts, support equipment, tools and test equipment, technical data and publications, personnel training and training equipment, maintenance services, U.S. government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services, and other related elements of logistical and program support. (iv) Military Department: Army (KUB-UXS) (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: KU-BULS, KU-B-UMI, KU-B-ZUM (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: None (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: May 28, 2020 * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act. PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 POLICY JUSTIFICATION Kuwait—Patriot Missile Repair and Return The Government of Kuwait has requested to buy a Patriot missile Repair and Return program as follow-on support to FMS case KU-B-ULS. Included are Patriot GEM–T missile and missile components repair services, transportation, organizational equipment, repair parts, support equipment, tools and test equipment, technical data and publications, personnel training and training equipment, maintenance services, U.S. government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services, and other related elements of logistics support. The total estimated program cost is $200 million. The proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security of the United States by helping to improve E:\FR\FM\17JYN1.SGM 17JYN1 EN17JY20.003</GPH> BILLING CODE 5001–06–C Federal Register / Vol. 85, No. 138 / Friday, July 17, 2020 / Notices khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with NOTICES the security of a Major Non-NATO Ally that is an important force for political stability and economic progress in the Middle East. The proposed sale of the Repair and Return program for the Kuwait Patriot System will supplement and improve Kuwait’s capability to meet current and future threats and provide greater security for its critical oil and natural gas infrastructure. Kuwait will use the enhanced capability to strengthen its homeland defense. Kuwait will have no difficulty absorbing this equipment and services into its armed forces. The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region. The principal contractors involved with this potential sale are Raytheon Company, Huntsville, AL; Lockheed Martin, Huntsville, AL; LEIDOS, Inc., Huntsville, AL; and KBR, Huntsville, VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:12 Jul 16, 2020 Jkt 250001 AL. There are no known offsets agreements proposed in connection with this potential sale. Implementation of this proposed sale will require the temporary assignment of five (5) U.S. contractors to provide handling and documentation support for one (1) to two (2) years. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. [FR Doc. 2020–15507 Filed 7–16–20; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 5001–06–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary [Transmittal No. 20–07] Arms Sales Notification Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense. AGENCY: PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 ACTION: 43557 Arms sales notice. The Department of Defense is publishing the unclassified text of an arms sales notification. SUMMARY: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Karma Job at karma.d.job.civ@mail.mil or (703) 697–8976. This 36(b)(1) arms sales notification is published to fulfill the requirements of section 155 of Public Law 104–164 dated July 21, 1996. The following is a copy of a letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Transmittal 20–07 with attached Policy Justification and Sensitivity of Technology. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Dated: July 10, 2020. Aaron T. Siegel, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. BILLING CODE 5001–06–P E:\FR\FM\17JYN1.SGM 17JYN1

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[Federal Register Volume 85, Number 138 (Friday, July 17, 2020)]
[Notices]
[Pages 43555-43557]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2020-15507]


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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Office of the Secretary

[Transmittal No. 20-20]


Arms Sales Notification

AGENCY: Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense.

ACTION: Arms sales notice.

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SUMMARY: The Department of Defense is publishing the unclassified text 
of an arms sales notification.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Karma Job at [email protected] 
or (703) 697-8976.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This 36(b)(1) arms sales notification is 
published to fulfill the requirements of section 155 of Public Law 104-
164 dated July 21, 1996. The following is a copy of a letter to the 
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Transmittal 20-20 with 
attached Policy Justification.

    Dated: July 10, 2020.
Aaron T. Siegel,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense.
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Transmittal No. 20-20
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 Kuwait
    (ii) Total Estimated Value:

Major Defense Equipment *................  $ 0 million
Other....................................  $200 million
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  Total..................................  $200 million
 

    (iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or 
Services under Consideration for Purchase: The Government of Kuwait has 
requested to buy a Patriot missile Repair and Return program as follow-
on support.
    Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
    None
    Non-MDE: Included are Patriot GEM-T missile and missile components 
repair services, transportation, organizational equipment, repair 
parts, support equipment, tools and test equipment, technical data and 
publications, personnel training and training equipment, maintenance 
services, U.S. government and contractor engineering, technical, and 
logistics support services, and other related elements of logistical 
and program support.
    (iv) Military Department: Army (KU-B-UXS)
    (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: KU-B-ULS, KU-B-UMI, KU-B-ZUM
    (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: None
    (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: May 28, 2020

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

POLICY JUSTIFICATION

Kuwait--Patriot Missile Repair and Return

    The Government of Kuwait has requested to buy a Patriot missile 
Repair and Return program as follow-on support to FMS case KU-B-ULS. 
Included are Patriot GEM-T missile and missile components repair 
services, transportation, organizational equipment, repair parts, 
support equipment, tools and test equipment, technical data and 
publications, personnel training and training equipment, maintenance 
services, U.S. government and contractor engineering, technical, and 
logistics support services, and other related elements of logistics 
support. The total estimated program cost is $200 million.
    The proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national 
security of the United States by helping to improve

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the security of a Major Non-NATO Ally that is an important force for 
political stability and economic progress in the Middle East.
    The proposed sale of the Repair and Return program for the Kuwait 
Patriot System will supplement and improve Kuwait's capability to meet 
current and future threats and provide greater security for its 
critical oil and natural gas infrastructure. Kuwait will use the 
enhanced capability to strengthen its homeland defense. Kuwait will 
have no difficulty absorbing this equipment and services into its armed 
forces.
    The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the 
basic military balance in the region.
    The principal contractors involved with this potential sale are 
Raytheon Company, Huntsville, AL; Lockheed Martin, Huntsville, AL; 
LEIDOS, Inc., Huntsville, AL; and KBR, Huntsville, AL. There are no 
known offsets agreements proposed in connection with this potential 
sale.
    Implementation of this proposed sale will require the temporary 
assignment of five (5) U.S. contractors to provide handling and 
documentation support for one (1) to two (2) years.
    There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a 
result of this proposed sale.

[FR Doc. 2020-15507 Filed 7-16-20; 8:45 am]
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