Innovative Autonomous Transportation Capabilities for Global Operations
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 United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) to identify innovative autonomous transportation capabilities for global operations. This RFI seeks commercial solutions, technologies, and developmental roadmaps across all modes (air, land, sea, multi-modal) for both passenger and cargo movements. Responses are due May 26, 2026.
Scope of Interest
USTRANSCOM requires enhanced safety, efficiency, velocity, and global reach for its mobility operations. They are exploring autonomous and semi-autonomous systems to move passengers and cargo across domestic and international domains.
Information Requested
Respondents should provide comprehensive overviews of their technologies, structured by:
- Company Profile: Name, size, primary domain, commercial experience.
- Current Autonomous Capabilities: Detailed descriptions of fielded platforms, payload, range, environments, and Technology Readiness Level (TRL).
- Developmental Roadmap: Overview of R&D platforms, projected timelines, and anticipated capabilities.
- Scalability & Flexibility: How solutions scale and handle dynamic routing/cargo.
- Interoperability: Integration with existing logistics, MHE, and C2 networks.
- Cybersecurity & Resilience: Approach to securing data links and control mechanisms.
- Regulatory Navigation: Progress with domestic and international regulatory compliance.
Submission Details
- Requirement: Concise responses focused on technical and operational merits.
- Format: PDF or standard commercial document formats; Unclassified.
- Page Limit: Maximum of 15 pages (excluding cover page and marketing brochures).
- Response Due: May 26, 2026, at 12:00 PM CST.
- Point of Contact: Ms. Brenda Marshall, USTRANSCOM Directorate of Acquisition (TCAQ) at brenda.l.marshall10.civ@mail.mil.
- Proprietary Data: Must be clearly marked.
Important Notes
This RFI is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP). The Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response.