General Dynamics Information Technology Inc., based in Falls Church, Virginia, was awarded a cost‑only contract modification valued at $43.9 million (specifically $43,874,231) by the U.S. Department of War on August 27, 2026. The modification pertains to the previously awarded contract N6339423C0009 and provides in‑service engineering support for the MK 41 Vertical Launching System (VLS). It also funds the production of the Module Electronic Box, Hazard Electronic Box, and Launch Control Panel Assemblies. Fiscal 2026 presidential drawdown authority funds will be obligated at the time of award. The work is to be performed in Falls Church, Virginia, with the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division in Port Hueneme, California serving as the contracting activity. Completion of the contracted tasks is expected by August 2028.