TSAMTO, February 7. The US State Department has approved the potential supply of terminals of the multifunctional MIDS/LVT information distribution system and related equipment to Saudi Arabia as part of the Foreign Military Sales program.
The full value of the agreement may amount to $23.7 million. The DoD Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) notified Congress of the planned sale on February 3.
The Government of Saudi Arabia has asked the United States about the possibility of purchasing 31 terminals of the multifunctional information distribution system MIDS/LVT version BU2 (Block Upgrade 2), which will be added to the previously agreed delivery package. The basic agreement worth $3 million provided for the delivery of 11 sets of MIDS/LVT version BU1 (Block Upgrade 1). Thus, the notification assumes the delivery of a total of 11 terminals of the multifunctional information distribution system MIDS/LVT version BU1 and 31 terminals of the multifunctional information distribution system MIDS/LVT version BU2. The request also includes auxiliary equipment, engineering and technical support, training, as well as other related elements of material support and program support.
As stated, "the implementation of this program is in line with the interests of US foreign policy and national security and will improve the security of a friendly country in the Middle East."
The notification notes that the MIDS-LVT (BU2) terminals will be installed on the platforms of the THAAD (Terminal High Altitude Air Defense) missile defense system, and the previously ordered MIDS-LVT (BU1) terminals will be installed on the Patriot air defense system. At the same time, the Saudi Armed Forces will not experience difficulties when adopting equipment for service.
The general contractor for the delivery has not been determined, because after signing the letter of offer and acceptance of the offer (LOA), a tender will be held to award the contract.
The notice of sale is published in accordance with the requirements of American law. The description and value of the sale reflect the highest estimates based on the initial requirements. The actual purchase price may be lower, depending on the final requirements, financial capabilities and signed purchase and sale agreements, if they are concluded.
