The Demand Signal: Primes

Procurement intelligence from OODA · Reading what government intends to buy.

F135 propulsion system (RTX Corp., Pratt and Whitney Military Engines)

Department of War · Navy · Contract Announcement

posted 30 July 2026 · awarded 30 July 2026 · runs to December 2030

$1,295,745,898 · modification

Summary

The Department of the Navy's Naval Air Systems Command awarded RTX Corp., Pratt & Whitney Military Engines a contract modification to procure initial depot and common spares for the F135 propulsion system supporting the Joint Strike Fighter program. The award provides parts for the F-35 aircraft fleet and its international partners, ensuring continued operation of this advanced jet engine.

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