Common Autonomous Multi-Domain Launcher (CAML) Autonomous Mobility Platform (AMP) Prototype, Leader Prototype, Autonomy Command and Control (C2) and Integration Request for Solutions Brief (RFSB)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Army Portfolio Acquisition Executive (PAE) Fires is seeking solutions for the Common Autonomous Multi-Domain Launcher (CAML) Autonomous Mobility Platform (AMP) Prototype, Leader Prototype, Autonomy Command and Control (C2), and Integration. This Request for Solutions Brief (RFSB) aims to award an Other Transaction Agreement for Prototype (OTAP) under 10 U.S.C. § 4022. Solution Briefs are due March 27, 2026.
Purpose & Overview
The CAML program seeks to develop an autonomous/optionally-crewed, highly mobile, air-transportable, multi-domain fires launcher. The RFSB is a preliminary step to identify technical and competitive solutions that can enhance fires capability and capacity, reduce emplacement/displacement times, and improve crew survivability. The program aims to support various Munition Pallet (MP) variants, including Tomahawk, PAC-3/MSE, IFPC AIM-9X, and GLRS/PrSM.
Key Requirements / Deliverables
- Solutions must address objectives and requirements outlined in the attached Performance Work Statements (PWS).
- Inform PAE FIRES on the technical and competitive landscape for capabilities meeting or exceeding program objectives.
- Develop prototypes for the AMP, Leader, Autonomy C2, and Integration components of the CAML system.
Contract Details
- Type: Special Notice (Request for Solutions Brief - RFSB)
- Authority: 10 U.S.C. § 4022 (Other Transaction Agreement for Prototype - OTAP)
- Set-Aside: None specified; however, only U.S. companies with the ability to process and store SECRET information and hardware are eligible.
- The Government may issue a Request for Prototype Proposal (RFPP) subject to funding.
Submission & Evaluation
- Phase 1 (Solution Brief): Due March 27, 2026. Ten-page limit, covering technical discussion, teaming, development schedule, data rights, and Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) price. Evaluation criteria include Technical Approach, Qualifications and Experience, and ROM Price.
- Phase 2 (Oral Presentation/Pitch): Invited companies with meritorious Solution Briefs.
- Phase 3 (Proposal/Demonstration): Invited companies with the most meritorious solutions for capability demonstration and potential RFPP.
- Questions Due: March 12, 2026.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
- Only U.S.-based companies or organizations with a primary place of business in the U.S. are eligible.
- Must be able to process and store SECRET information and hardware.
- Entities must be registered in SAM and have an active CAGE code and DUNS number.
- Non-traditional defense contractors are encouraged to participate.
Notes
- All submissions must be UNCLASSIFIED or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
- This RFSB is preliminary, subject to modification, and not binding on the Government.
- The Government will not pay for information received.