Common Tactical Truck (CTT) Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO)

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the Army's requirement for a commercially available Common Tactical Truck (CTT) Increment 1, a Family of Vehicles intended to replace existing Heavy Tactical Vehicles. The Army seeks solutions with minimal modifications, prioritizing reliability and leveraging proven commercial platforms and technologies. The CTT program aims to modernize the Heavy Tactical Vehicle Fleet.

The CTT consists of six variants, and offerors may propose solutions for all or a subset of these:

• Load Handling System (LHS): Transports, loads, unloads, and transloads equipment up to 18.5 tons; tows M1076 trailer; includes optional Material Handling Crane (MHC).
• Line Haul Tractor (LHT): Tows Army trailers and commercial semi-trailers with payloads up to 100,000 lbs.
• Tanker: Carries at least 2,500 gallons of fuel with comprehensive dispensing capabilities; tows M1076 with Tank Rack Module (TRM).
• Wrecker: Recovers and evacuates U.S. Army wheeled vehicles up to 62,000 lbs., with specific lift and drag winch capacities.
• Off Road Tractor (ORT): Loads and tows M860, MCRS, and M870 trailers with a 40-ton payload; provides 1 kW 28V DC power.
• Cargo: Transports and loads 8 pallets or 4 MLRS Rocket Pod Containers (RPCs); tows M989 HEMAT; includes storable MHC.

Additional desired attributes include a mild-hybrid propulsion system, modern vehicle architecture with drive-by-wire, modular/swappable cabs, global transportability, military and environmental compliance (including electromagnetic hazard protection), and adherence to "Right to Repair" provisions.

• Period of Performance: 5-year base period, with potential for additional ordering years.

• Submission Process: Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) process.

• Submission Format: A ten-page, single-sided white paper (12-point font). Title page and Rough Order Magnitude (ROM) do not count towards the page limit. Initial Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) should not be included in pricing.

• Submission Content: Outline proposed commercial solutions and indicate if leasing options are available for CONUS or OCONUS locations.

• Submission Deadline: 1:00 p.m. EST on 06 April 2026.

• Submission Method: Email to usarmy.detroit.cpe-cl.mbx.pm-ts-ctt-rfp@army.mil with the subject line "CTT Increment 1 Aol (Insert Company Name)".

• Award will be made in accordance with the Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) process.

• Questions can be sent to Contract Specialists Daniel Riddock and John Reinowski at the same email address provided for submissions.

• The Area of Interest (AoI) was posted on 19 March 2026.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) solicitation process by the Department of the Army for the Common Tactical Truck (CTT) program. The CTT program aims to modernize the Army's Heavy Tactical Wheeled Vehicle (TWV) fleet, replacing capabilities currently provided by the Palletized Load System (PLS), Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck (HEMTT), and M915 Line Haul Tractor. The goal is to enhance battlefield distribution and integrate advanced technologies like Predictive Logistics/Telematics, ADAS, and autonomy-ready systems.

This CSO is a competitive procedure for acquiring commercial products, commercial services, or non-developmental items. Specific requirements will be detailed in individual Areas of Interest (Aols) posted separately. The CTT program seeks solutions that can perform delivery of all classes of supply across all tactical mobility levels.

Contracts awarded under this CSO will be structured as fixed-price, including fixed-price incentive fee contracts. Awards may result in FAR contracts under FAR Part 12, Commercial Procedures; non-FAR agreements under 10 U.S.C 4022; or Cooperative Agreements under 31 U.S.C. 6305. The CSO is anticipated to be active through April 2032.

The solicitation process may involve a multi-phased approach: Phase 1 (Solution Brief), Phase 2 (Presentation, if applicable), and Phase 3 (Commercial Solution Proposal - CSP). Each phase has specific content requirements and evaluation criteria. The Government reserves the right to adjust or bypass phases based on merit or urgent requirements. Specific submission dates and details will be provided in individual Aols.

This CSO is open to all responsible sources. Nontraditional Defense Contractors and small businesses are specifically mentioned. Companies must have a Unique Entity Identification (UEI) and be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award.

• All submissions must be Unclassified.
• Specific Areas of Interest (Aols) will be posted as separate documents.
• Companies are encouraged to check www.SAM.gov frequently for new Aol postings.
• The Government may amend this CSO solicitation as needed.
• Contact Specialists: Daniel Riddock & John Reinowski at usarmy.detroit.cpe-cl.mbx.pm-ts-ctt-rfp@army.mil.