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Washington Post
September 17, 2008
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Executives at Boeing and Bethesda-based Lockheed Martin said they expected the Air Force to remain on schedule for awarding a disputed $15 billion helicopter contract, though they don't anticipate official word until the end of December.
Last week's cancellation by the Pentagon of a separate competition for a $35 billion aerial refueling tanker contract has elevated the Air Force's priority for awarding the combat, search-and-rescue helicopter deal as quickly as possible, according to company and service officials.
The deal to replace 141 aging helicopters has been on hold for two years after Boeing won it in fall 2006. The award was protested, and the GAO called on the Air Force to reopen bidding.
September 17, 2008
Pg. D3
Executives at Boeing and Bethesda-based Lockheed Martin said they expected the Air Force to remain on schedule for awarding a disputed $15 billion helicopter contract, though they don't anticipate official word until the end of December.
Last week's cancellation by the Pentagon of a separate competition for a $35 billion aerial refueling tanker contract has elevated the Air Force's priority for awarding the combat, search-and-rescue helicopter deal as quickly as possible, according to company and service officials.
The deal to replace 141 aging helicopters has been on hold for two years after Boeing won it in fall 2006. The award was protested, and the GAO called on the Air Force to reopen bidding.