Next Generation Mounted Family of Computer Systems (MFoCS) Request for Information (RFI)
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 Project Manager Command & Control Infrastructure (PM C2I), Product Manager Mounted Command & Control (PdM MC2), and Army Contracting Command – Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC–APG) are conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) for Next Generation Mounted Family of Computer Systems (MFoCS). They are seeking feedback on Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) or Non-Developmental Items (NDIs) that can serve as potential solutions. Responses are due by June 30, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.
Purpose & Scope
This RFI aims to identify readily available COTS or NDI solutions for the MFoCS capability, which provides ruggedized computing power to over 100,000 Army vehicles and tactical operation centers. The Army is looking for next-generation processing technologies, high-definition multi-touch displays, expanded RAM, and higher-capacity solid-state storage, building on two decades of experience.
Key Requirements & Questionnaire
Respondents are asked to provide a company profile and address a detailed questionnaire covering:
- Company Overview: Experience in ruggedized/military computing, risk mitigation for component shortages, lead times, supply chain.
- Solution Type: COTS or NDI (status, availability).
- Compliance: NDAA compliance, environmental survivability (MMC Environmental and Quality Control Specification v1.5), cyber maturity (FIPS-140, NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53), support for SBU-E and SECRET data.
- Technical Specifications: Compliance with Interface Control Document (ICD), computing power, RAM, GPS (including military GPS capability, key loading/protection, assurance), size (dimensions, weight, power, cooling).
- Features: TPM 2.0, two SSD bays (data retention), secured BIOS.
- Commercial Aspects: Product cost (single unit, bulk discounts, licensing), availability, production capacity, minimum sustaining rate.
- Maintenance Interface: Device interface for maintenance, configuration, provisioning, use of open standards, data rights.
Submission Details
- Format: MS Word or PDF, limited to ten (10) pages (excluding company information and charts).
- Method: Email only to Sharon Peterson (sharon.a.peterson15.civ@army.mil) and Nicholas Budnichuk (nicholas.d.budnichuk.civ@army.mil).
- Deadline: June 30, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.
- Questions Due: June 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST via email to the same POCs. Questions and answers will be posted on SAM.gov.
Technical Data Access
Access to the restricted Technical Data Package (TDP) or Interface Control Document (ICD) requires specific credentials:
- Active DD Form 2345 (Militarily Critical Technical Data Agreement).
- Current DDTC Registration (ITAR Part 122).
- Matching CAGE Code and SAM.gov registration.
Important Notes
This is an RFI for information and planning purposes only; it is not a solicitation. The Government is not seeking proposals and will not pay for response costs. Not responding does not preclude participation in future RFPs. Proprietary information should NOT be submitted.