Special Clarification Notice: Common Tactical Truck (CTT) Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) Increment 1 Area of Interest (AoI)
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 Department of the Army, under the DEPT OF DEFENSE, has issued a Special Clarification Notice for the Common Tactical Truck (CTT) Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) Increment 1 Area of Interest (AoI). This notice clarifies that Phase 1 of the CSO process is designed for vendors to present commercially available solutions, not developmental efforts. The CSO aims to procure CTT variants, with an award estimated for 1QFY27. Phase 1 submissions are due April 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
The CTT program seeks commercially available solutions for six variants: Load Handling System (LHS), Line Haul Tractor (LHT), Tanker, Wrecker, Off Road Tractor (ORT), and Cargo. Vendors should describe their current product line, clearly identify which capabilities are available now or with minor commercial modifications, indicate which Desired Attributes are included in the baseline offering, and specify which production activities could begin immediately upon contract award. Desired attributes include mild-hybrid powertrain, modern vehicle architecture, modularity, global mobility, military compliance, and "Right to Repair" solutions.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice / Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Phase 1 Submission Due: April 6, 2026 (10-page white paper via email)
- Overall Notice Response Date: April 7, 2026
- Published: March 23, 2026
- Award Estimate: 1QFY27
- Contract Duration: Five-year base contract with potential for additional ordering years.
Evaluation
The CSO process involves three phases:
- Phase 1: Solution Brief (10-page white paper submission).
- Phase 2: Presentation.
- Phase 3: Proposal & Award. The focus for Phase 1 is on presenting current, commercially available solutions, not developmental efforts.
Additional Notes
This notice is a special clarification regarding the CTT CSO. The CTT Industry Engagement Briefing Deck, held on March 20, 2026, provided further details on the program's path forward and the CSO process. Questions regarding the CSO were due by March 20, 2026.