Special Notice – Capability Program Executive (CPE) Mission Autonomy Industry Day announcement.
Overview
Buyer
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NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
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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 has issued a Special Notice announcing an upcoming Capability Program Executive (CPE) Mission Autonomy Industry Day. Hosted by the National Advanced Mobility Consortium (NAMC), this event aims to inform industry about key operational problems, discuss forthcoming Request for Prototype Proposals (RPPs), and gather feedback on autonomous standards and architectures. The Industry Day is scheduled for March 18, 2026, with one-on-one sessions on March 19, 2026, both in Arlington, VA. The RSVP deadline is March 11, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.
Purpose and Scope
This Industry Day will provide industry partners with insights into the CPE Mission Autonomy program's operational challenges. It serves as a platform for the government to discuss future RPPs and for industry to offer valuable feedback on the development of autonomous standards and architectures, particularly concerning Drones (PSC 1550).
Event Details & Timeline
- Industry Day: Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency in Arlington, VA.
- One-on-One Sessions: Thursday, March 19, 2026, at the same location.
- RSVP Deadline: March 11, 2026, 3:00 PM EST. A registration link will be provided.
- Draft RPPs: Will be available to NAMC members on March 11, 2026. Non-NAMC members can request draft RPPs and receive presentation materials upon submitting a signed Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) and a valid DD Form 2345.
Contact Information
For government inquiries, contact Alessandro V. Padro (alessandro.v.padro.civ@army.mil) or MAJ Benjamin Gettler (benjamin.t.gettler.mil@army.mil). For NAMC membership or general inquiries, refer to the contact information provided in the official notice.
Important Notes
This notice is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment by the Government to award a prototype project. It serves as an advanced notification of the government's potential intent to release an RPP through NAMC. No set-aside is applicable for this Special Notice.