RESPONSE TO BLUE LANTERN PRE-LICENSE END USE CHECK

UNCLAS SEOUL 000287 SIPDIS SIPDIS STATE FOR PM/DTCC-BLUE LANTERN COORDINATOR E.O. 12958: N/A TAGS: AU ETTC KOMC KS SUBJECT: RESPONSE TO BLUE LANTERN PRE-LICENSE END USE CHECK APPLICATION 05-050082328 REF: A) STATE 00004854 ¶1. Per reftel, post coordinated with the Joint U.S. Military Affairs Group (JUSMAG) regarding pre-license application 05-050082328. JUSMAG contacted the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) by phone and fax. ¶2. On February 5, 2008 Mr. Jin Won Gyoon, of the International Contracts Department at DAPA verified receipt of the 312 Screw Assemblies, A4072-1, from KayHan Systems Company. The screw assemblies were used in the logistical support of AH-1S Attack Helicopters for the ROK Marine Corps. ¶3. DAPA and Mr. Go Young Suk, the Local Agent for KayHan Systems Company based in Canada, informed JUSMAG that the company is listed as a DAPA "Offshore Procurement Company." [Note: Offshore Procurement Companies are DAPA-registered firms that are allowed to purchase and supply the ROKAF, Navy and Army; they can are authorized to purchase necessary items from overseas.] Over the last four years KayHan has supplied various parts to the ROK Military. ¶4. Requested documentation to follow by email to PM/DTCC - Judd Stitziel. VERSHBOW