The US Department of State has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to the Government of the Netherlands for its purchase of Common Infrared Countermeasure systems and related equipment. The estimated total cost is US $294 million (approx. A $419 million).
The Netherlands has requested to buy 16 OT-228/U Common Infrared Countermeasure systems; and 38 AN/APR-39E(V)2 Radar Warning Receivers.
The following non-MDE items will also be included: US Government technical assistance with incidental travel; transportation; technical data and reports; ancillary items; nonrecurring engineering; site surveys; new equipment training; and other related elements of logistics and program support.
The principal contractor will be Northrop Grumman, located in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. Implementation of this proposed sale will not require the assignment of any additional US Government or contractor representatives to The Netherlands.