Common Autonomous Multi-Domain Launcher (CAML) Weapon System Integrator (WSI) Request For Solutions Brief (RFSB)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 has issued a Request for Solutions Brief (RFSB) for a Common Autonomous Multi-Domain Launcher (CAML) Weapon System Integrator (WSI). The intent is to award an Other Transaction Agreement for Prototype (OTAP) under 10 U.S.C. § 4022. This effort seeks to identify eligible entities capable of developing a prototype for the CAML system. Solutions Briefs are due March 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The CAML system aims to provide a mobile, autonomous/optionally-crewed, multi-domain fires launcher to augment or replace existing Army launchers. Key components include:
- Autonomous Mobility Platform (AMP): Supports Munition Pallets (MPs) up to 60,000 lbs, featuring a Load Handling System (LHS) for autonomous resupply.
- Munition Pallet (MP): Variants for Tomahawk, PAC-3/MSE, IFPC AIM-9X, and GMLRS/PrSM.
- The system will operate in various tactical environments, utilizing Obstacle Detection and Obstacle Avoidance (ODOA).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Other Transaction Agreement for Prototype (OTAP) under 10 U.S.C. § 4022.
- Phased Competition: Phase 1 (Solutions Brief), Phase 2 (Oral Presentation/Pitch), Phase 3 (Request for Prototype Proposal).
- CAML Effort Components: AMP, Leader Vehicle, Autonomy C2 and MP Surrogate; MP; and the WSI, linked by Associate Contractor Agreements (ACAs).
- Published Date: February 26, 2026
- Solutions Brief Due: March 20, 2026, by 4:00 PM ET.
Submission & Evaluation
- Phase 1 Submission: A 10-page Solutions Brief detailing the prototype solution, teaming, schedule, data rights, and Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) price.
- Evaluation Criteria: Technical Approach, Qualifications and Experience (more important for WSI than technical approach), and ROM Price (least important).
- Submissions must be UNCLASSIFIED or CUI; classified submissions will be deleted.
Eligibility
- U.S. Companies: Only U.S.-based companies or organizations with a primary place of business in the U.S. are eligible.
- Security Clearance: Must have the ability to process and store SECRET information and hardware.
- Registration: Must be registered in SAM and have or be able to obtain an active CAGE code.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
Additional Notes
This RFSB is preliminary and subject to modification. The Government does not intend to pay for information received. Key dates include CAGE Code Submission (Mar 3, 2026), PWS Release (Mar 5, 2026), Questions Due (Mar 10, 2026), and Responses Due (Mar 20, 2026).