In a shift yesterday, the state -- which has been defending its disputed 10-year, $2.3 billion deal with Northrop Grumman -- said the Chantilly-based firm is in breach of contract.
Further, the state is demanding a plan from Northrop Grumman within 60 days for ending delays -- some that have continued two years -- and for completing an inventory of computer equipment that was supposed to be finished yesterday.
That work may not be wrapped up for several months, with full implementation of the contract -- now three years on -- not expected until Christmas.
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