BAE Systems Receives $34 Million Contract Modification for Bradley Fighting Vehicle Enhancements

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BAE Systems, a leading global defense, security, and aerospace company, has secured a $34 million contract modification to support engineering enhancements and technological updates for the Bradley Fighting Vehicle. The contract, awarded by the U.S. Army TACOM Life Cycle Management Command, is set to enhance the vehicle's digital architecture, embedded maintenance training, and integrated survivability improvements. This work is a testament to the importance of supporting life cycle management and BAE Systems' commitment to sustaining their Readiness and Sustainment capabilities.

Key Takeaways:

  • BAE Systems has received a $34 million contract modification to support engineering enhancements for the Bradley Fighting Vehicle.
  • The enhancements include improved digital architecture, embedded maintenance training, and integrated survivability improvements.
  • The majority of the work will be performed at BAE Systems' operations in Santa Clara, California, and is expected to be completed by December 2011.
  • The Bradley Combat Systems provide outstanding survivability, mobility, and lethality to U.S. soldiers in combat, fulfilling five critical mission roles.
  • BAE Systems is a global defense company with approximately 107,000 employees worldwide, delivering a full range of products and services for air, land, and naval forces.
  • The company reported sales of £22.4 billion (approximately US$ 36.2 billion) in 2009.

Statistics:

  • $34 million: contract modification award
  • December 2011: expected completion date
  • 107,000: number of BAE Systems employees worldwide
  • £22.4 billion (approximately US$ 36.2 billion): BAE Systems' sales in 2009

Sources:

  • "BAE Systems Receives $34 Million Contract Modification in Support of Engineering Enhancements and Technological Updates for the Bradley Fighting Vehicle," BAE Systems, now available in public domain archives.
  • "About BAE Systems," BAE Systems, [www.baesystems.com](http://www.baesystems.com), last accessed March 2023.