The Missile Defense Agency is seeking additional interceptors for its Terminal High Altitude Area Defense system, according to a June 1 request for proposals. According to the notice, THAAD offers combatant commanders "a rapidly-deployable ground-based missile defense system that deepens, extends and complements the Ballistic Missile Defense System." A contract award is expected in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2017, with a period of performance of 39 months. In explaining the decision to utilize other than full and open...
