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Iraq Requests $600 Million in Blanket Order Requisitions Under Cooperative Logistics Supply Agreement

Friday, November 14th, 2014

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The State Department approved a possible $600 million Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to Iraq for a Foreign Military Sales Order II (FMSO II) to provide funds for blanket order requisitions under a Cooperative Logistics Supple Agreement (CLSSA). This includes associated equipment, parts, and logistical support as well. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) notified Congress of the potential sale on Nov. 12. The primary contractor would be General Dynamics [GD]. The requested FMSO II would provide funds for blanket order…

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