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Washington Post
September 19, 2008
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Lockheed Martin delivered its first Littoral combat ship to the Navy with an estimated price tag of $550 million and the ability to move speedily in coastal waters to retrieve Marines. The delivery put the Navy closer to its goal of a fleet of 313 ships.
The Navy in April requested bids from Lockheed Martin and General Dynamics to build an additional three ships. The service has envisioned awarding a contract for two ships to the winning bidder, while the other company would build the third.
September 19, 2008
Pg. D3
Lockheed Martin delivered its first Littoral combat ship to the Navy with an estimated price tag of $550 million and the ability to move speedily in coastal waters to retrieve Marines. The delivery put the Navy closer to its goal of a fleet of 313 ships.
The Navy in April requested bids from Lockheed Martin and General Dynamics to build an additional three ships. The service has envisioned awarding a contract for two ships to the winning bidder, while the other company would build the third.