Army to Compete FCS 'Spin-Out Sets' Beyond First Three Brigades

By Kate Brannen / July 1, 2009 at 5:00 AM
Future Combat Systems contractor Boeing will serve as the prime for only the first three brigades' worth of FCS "spin-out" equipment, with the remaining sets to be subject to competition, according to senior Army officials. While the Army works to terminate its contract with Boeing for the FCS manned ground vehicle program, the service is also redefining the company's role in its future modernization efforts. "Part of what we're working together with Boeing right now is their role in relation...

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