ACC-DTA Ground Maneuver Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO)

Amendment / Modification

Amendment 14 revises Section 1.1, Notification, to include the statement: “White Papers/Proposed Solutions that may meet needs of other Federal Agencies may be shared, as appropriate.”

• Section 1.1, Notification

This amendment clarifies that proposed solutions may be shared with other Federal Agencies, which may impact how potential solutions are considered or utilized beyond the initial opportunity.

Amendment / Modification

Amendment 13 to the Ground Maneuver Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) adds a new Area of Interest (AoI) to Section 6.

• Section 6, Areas of Interest (AoI): Addition of "Additive Manufacturing for Component Production".

This amendment introduces a new AoI for which interested companies can submit proposals. Companies should monitor www.SAM.gov for new AoI postings. The new AoI, "Additive Manufacturing for Component Production," is now open and specifies a white paper submission deadline of May 4, 2026, for initial awards. Vendors are expected to have capabilities in metal additive manufacturing, including Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) and potentially arc wire DED, with expertise in specific alloys and post-processing services. The process involves a Phase I white paper submission and a potential Phase II qualification by the Army's Ground Vehicle Systems Center (GVSC).

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (Amendment 12) to the Ground Maneuver Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) adds a new Area of Interest (AoI).

• Section 6, Areas of Interest (AoI): A new AoI titled “Advanced Diagnostic and Repair Solutions for Active Protection System (APS) Components” has been added.

This amendment does not appear to modify existing proposal deadlines, requirements, or evaluation factors for previously posted AoIs. Bidders interested in the new AoI should refer to the specific details provided within that AoI for submission instructions and deadlines.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment revises the closing date for the "Metrology Grade Signal Generator" Area of Interest (AoI). The new closing date is April 23, 2026, extended from the previous date of April 15, 2026.

• The closing date for the "Metrology Grade Signal Generator" AoI.

• The deadline for Phase 1 submissions for the "Metrology Grade Signal Generator" AoI has been extended to April 23, 2026, at 12:00 pm Eastern.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (Amendment 10) to the Ground Maneuver Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) introduces the following changes:

• New Area of Interest (AoI): Adds the "Metrology Grade Signal Generator" AoI.
• Closed AoIs: Revises the status of the following AoIs to "Closed":
  • AS3 Surveyor Interceptor
  • Innovative Parts Management and Logistics Solutions for the Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV) Fleet
  • Optical Threat Detector

This amendment primarily impacts the list of active Areas of Interest (AoIs) within the CSO. Specific details regarding the "Metrology Grade Signal Generator" AoI, including its requirements and submission deadline, would be found in its separate posting.

Bidders interested in the "Metrology Grade Signal Generator" AoI should note the submission deadline of 12:00 pm Eastern on April 15, 2026, for Phase 1 submissions. Bidders should be aware that the previously listed AoIs (AS3 Surveyor Interceptor, ISV Parts Management, and Optical Threat Detector) are no longer open for submissions under this CSO.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment revises the closing date for the "Optical Threat Detector (OTD)" Area of Interest (AoI).

• The closing date for the "Optical Threat Detector (OTD)" AoI has been changed.

• The previous closing date was 4/3/2026.

• The new closing date is 4/7/2026.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (Amendment 8) adds a new "Optical Threat Detector (OTD)" Area of Interest (AoI) to the existing Ground Maneuver Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO).

• A new Area of Interest (AoI) titled "OPTICAL THREAT DETECTOR" has been added.

• Bidders interested in the "Optical Threat Detector" AoI should review the details provided for this new AoI.

• The suspense date for submittal under this new AoI is COB 04/03/2026.

• Communications, including proposal information for this AoI, should be sent to Contracting/Agreements Officer, Kim Nelson (kimberly.a.nelson86.civ@army.mil) and Contract Specialist, Katherine Shaffer (katherine.w.shaffer.civ@army.mil).

• Technical Points of Contact for this AoI are Mr. Cody Wilson (cody.m.wilson18.civ@army.mil) and Mr. Mark Radiwon (mark.w.radiwon.civ@army.mil).

Amendment / Modification

This amendment revises the closing date for the "Innovative Parts Management and Logistics Solutions for the Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV) Fleet" Area of Interest (AoI). The closing date has been extended from February 18, 2026, to February 20, 2026.

• Closing date for the "Innovative Parts Management and Logistics Solutions for the Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV) Fleet" AoI.

• The deadline for Phase 1 submissions for the "Innovative Parts Management and Logistics Solutions for the Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV) Fleet" AoI is now February 20, 2026, at 12:00 pm.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (Amendment 6) makes administrative changes to the base Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) for Ground Maneuver. No Areas of Interest (AoIs) were added or revised.

No specific sections are detailed as changed, only that administrative changes were made to the base CSO.

This amendment does not appear to impact submission deadlines or requirements for existing or future Areas of Interest, as no AoIs were added or revised. Bidders should continue to monitor SAM.gov for new AoI postings.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (Amendment 5) adds a new Area of Interest (AoI) to the Ground Maneuver Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO).

• Section 6, General Area of Interest (AoI): A new AoI titled “Innovative Parts Management and Logistics Solutions for the Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV) Fleet” has been added.

Potential bidders should note the addition of this new AoI, which has its own specific requirements and submission deadline (Phase 1 submission due February 18, 2026, 12:00 pm).

This amendment does not alter the overall CSO procedure but expands the scope of potential solutions that can be submitted under this CSO.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment corrects a typo in Section 6, General Area of Interest (AoI) "AS3 SURVEYOR INTERCEPTOR". As a result of this correction, the Amendment 3 document has been removed from SAM.gov.

• Section 6, General Area of Interest (AoI) "AS3 SURVEYOR INTERCEPTOR"

No impact on submission deadlines or requirements is indicated, other than the removal of Amendment 3.

Amendment / Modification

Amendment 3 to the Ground Maneuver Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) adds a new Area of Interest (AoI) titled "AS3 SURVEYOR INTERCEPTOR" to Section 6, General Area of Interest (AoI).

• Section 6, General Area of Interest (AoI): Addition of "AS3 SURVEYOR INTERCEPTOR".

This amendment introduces a new AoI for which interested companies can submit proposals. Companies should check www.SAM.gov for new AoI postings, as additional AoIs may be added throughout the CSO's duration, potentially including specific submission dates. The "AS3 SURVEYOR INTERCEPTOR" AoI has a suspense date for submittal of COB 02/10/2026.

Amendment / Modification

Amendment 2 revises Section 6, General Area of Interest (AoI), by closing the following AoIs:

• INFANTRY SQUAD VEHICLE (ISV) COMPREHENSIVE MAINTENANCE AND FIELDING SUPPORT

• TRANSPORTABLE C-sUAS PROTOTYPE

• Section 6, General Area of Interest (AoI)

This amendment does not appear to impact any current submission deadlines or requirements for other active Areas of Interest under this Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO). Bidders should note that the previously listed AoIs are no longer open for submissions.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the Ground Maneuver Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) by:

• Removing the initial notification text from Section 1.1.

• Adding a new Area of Interest (AoI) titled "TRANSPORTABLE C-sUAS PROTOTYPE".

• Revising the "LOW COLLATERAL KINETIC INTERCEPTOR" AoI to CLOSED.

• Section 1.1, Notification

• Section 6, General Area of Interest (AoI)

No direct impact on submission deadlines or requirements for existing AoIs is stated, but bidders should note the addition of a new AoI and the closure of another. Interested companies are encouraged to monitor SAM.gov for new AoI postings.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) Special Notice from the Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA), dated January 8, 2026. It seeks innovative commercial technologies, products, and services to modernize the Army's Organic Industrial Base and enhance defense manufacturing capabilities. The CSO uses a streamlined acquisition process authorized under DFARS Subpart 212-70 for rapid award decisions, with contracts structured as fixed-price or fixed-price incentive fee.

The CSO enables the procurement of solutions relevant to enhancing ground vehicle systems capabilities. This includes commercially available technologies, concept demonstrations, pilots, and agile development activities. The process may involve multi-phased solicitations (Solution Brief, Presentation, Commercial Solution Proposal) depending on specific Areas of Interest (AoIs).

Awards may be structured as FAR contracts under FAR Part 12 or non-FAR agreements such as transaction agreements (10 U.S.C 4022) or Cooperative Agreements (31 U.S.C. 6305). The period of performance for solutions is generally no greater than 12 months, unless otherwise specified in an AoI.

• Phase 1: Submission of a written solution brief (max 5 pages or 15 slides), evaluated on responsiveness, technical merit (uniqueness, innovation), and affordability.
• Phase 2 (if applicable): Presentation to demonstrate technical and business viability. Evaluation based on relevancy, technical merit, uniqueness, risk (technical, schedule, business, IP), and affordability.
• Phase 3: Request for Commercial Solution Proposal (CSP) for selected offerors. Proposals require a Technical Volume (detailed work plan, deliverables) and a Price Volume (cost analysis, labor categories, materials).
• Evaluation criteria for proposals include merit/risk of technical approach, realism of performance schedule, and fairness/reasonableness of price.

Open to commercial entities, including nontraditional defense contractors and nonprofit institutions. Foreign-owned businesses may submit, but may require necessary clearances. Companies must have a Unique Entity ID (UEI) and be registered in SAM.gov prior to award.

Two AoIs are currently posted:

1. LOW COLLATERAL KINETIC INTERCEPTOR: Seeking C-UAS capabilities (lightweight, specific size, range, speed, endurance). Requires Ground Control Stations and contractor-presented training. Initial purchase includes 8 GCS, 1000 interceptors, 2 training courses with phased delivery by July 1, 2026. Submission deadline: COB January 13, 2026.
2. INFANTRY SQUAD VEHICLE (ISV) COMPREHENSIVE MAINTENANCE AND FIELDING SUPPORT: Seeking comprehensive maintenance and fielding support for ISV fleets, including technical assistance, training, diagnostics, and Total Package Fielding (TPF) support. Anticipated period of performance: February 2026 - February 2027. Phase 1 submission deadline: January 15, 2026, 12:00 pm Eastern.

• The government will not pay for costs associated with solution brief or proposal development.
• The government reserves the right to forgo phases or move expeditiously.
• Amendments to the CSO will be posted on SAM.gov.