Navy Torpedo Programs: MK-48 ADCAP Upgrades Not Adequately Justified
NSIAD-95-104
Published: Jun 12, 1995. Publicly Released: Jun 12, 1995.
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GAO reviewed the Navy's plans to upgrade both the propulsion and the guidance and control systems of the MK-48 Advanced Capability torpedo (ADCAP), focusing on the: (1) need for the propulsion system upgrade; and (2) appropriateness of approving low-rate initial production of the guidance and control system.
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Recommendations for Executive Action
| Agency Affected | Recommendation | Status |
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| Department of Defense | The Secretary of Defense should direct the Secretary of the Navy to terminate the proposed propulsion system upgrade program and reduce program funding accordingly. |
On May 2, 1995, after receiving a draft of this report for comment, the Navy approved initiation of LRIP for the MK-48 ADCAP Modification Program, including the propulsion upgrade and Congress continues to fund the program as requested by the Navy.
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| Department of Defense | The Secretary of Defense should direct the Secretary of the Navy to delay any production decision for the guidance and control system until an acquisition schedule that coincides with the software development schedule and avoids premature commitment to production can be developed. |
The Navy is proceeding with acquisition of guidance and control units, but plans to limit the acquisition of those units to the number needed for testing. However, Congress continues to fund the program as the Navy requests.
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Command and control systemsSoftware verification and validationDefense cost controlPropulsion systemsMunitionsNaval procurementProcurement planningResearch and developmentSubmarinesWeapons research and developmentWeapons systems