MDA releases RFI for THAAD development

The Missile Defense Agency has issued a request for information for advanced development of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense system currently performed by Lockheed Martin.

"The MDA THAAD Project Office is conducting market research to determine industry interest and capability to provide development, support flight and ground test programs, and provide responsive support to requirements identified by the warfighter for the fielded THAAD weapon system," according to a notice posted to Federal Business Opportunities this week.

"The expected period of performance is 2021-2026 and includes, but is not limited to: program management; systems engineering; system test and evaluation; quality, safety, and mission assurance," the notice states.