US Navy Moves Bunker-Busting Tomahawk JMEWS Warhead Toward Production

US Naval Air Systems Command plans a sole-source award to Raytheon for low-rate initial production of the Joint Multiple Effects Warhead System for Tomahawk Block Vb. An October 7 presolicitation notice moves the two-stage penetrating warhead toward production after engineering and manufacturing development, adding an option against reinforced and hardened targets. The Navy identifies Raytheon as the responsible developer and manufacturer and is accepting capability statements until October 22. The notice does not specify missile quantities, contract value or delivery dates, so the action remains an intended production award rather than a completed purchase.