Ukraine's new 100 mile bomb from Boeing is ready sources say (reuters.com) 10 points by musiciangames 2y ago ↗ HN
[–] AlbertoGP 2y ago ↗ This point caught my attention:> When Boeing pitched the weapon to commanders last year, they presented an "expedited nine-month option" for delivery that required exempting the contractor from an in-depth review that ensures the Pentagon is getting the best deal possible. [–] SushiHippie 2y ago ↗ What does this even mean? What is "review" in this context?
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[ 3.1 ms ] story [ 16.8 ms ] thread> When Boeing pitched the weapon to commanders last year, they presented an "expedited nine-month option" for delivery that required exempting the contractor from an in-depth review that ensures the Pentagon is getting the best deal possible.