Landscape of Current Industry Robotic Solutions

Request for Information (RFI)

This RFI is issued by the US Army Capability Program Executive (CPE) Mission Autonomy to gather industry expertise on current robotic systems and autonomy solutions. The goal is to inform acquisition strategies and identify opportunities for teaming to rapidly provide capabilities to the force. This is not a solicitation for proposals, and no contract will be awarded from this announcement. Responses are voluntary and will not be reimbursed.

• Engineer Capability Package (Breaching Operations): Seeking solutions for autonomous or semi-autonomous breaching of complex obstacle belts (mines, wire, barriers) in contested and communication-denied environments. Requires systems capable of self-navigation, obstacle detection/classification, and creating multiple breach lanes.

• Sustainment Capability Package (Autonomous Distribution): Seeking information on autonomous systems for logistics and supply delivery (Classes I, III, V, VIII, IX) across contested terrain under enemy observation and fires. Systems should support self-navigation, dynamic route optimization, and integration with C2 networks. Capabilities like casualty evacuation (CASEVAC) and deception are also of interest.

• Army Multi-Mission Platforms (Non-Engineer and Non-Sustainment Formations): Seeking information on production-ready, reusable, and cost-effective robotic systems to enhance survivability, lethality, and sustainment. Systems will be categorized by weight (Small, Medium, Large, Extra-Large).

• Due Date: Responses are due by 5:00 PM EST on 27 February 2026.

• Format: MS Word or PDF format.

• Submission: Via email to submissions@namconsortium.org with the subject "Robotic Ground Combat Systems RFI".

• Page Limit: 20 total pages per solution submission (excluding certifications and title page).

• Questions: Direct questions to questions@namconsortium.org.

• Evaluation: Responses are for planning purposes only and will not be returned with detailed feedback.

Companies do not need to be members of NAMC to respond.

• The USG intends to obtain prototypes and ancillary equipment for limited operational assessments.
• The goal is to leverage industry partners, not develop a bespoke platform.
• Proprietary information must be clearly marked.
• The government may use AI tools to assist in the analysis of RFI submissions.

Request for Information (RFI)

The US Army, Capability Program Executive (CPE) Mission Autonomy, is seeking industry expertise on current robotic systems to understand the experience and capability of potential vendors. The intent is to inform Army leaders on the industry landscape, identify teaming opportunities, and develop an acquisition strategy for rapid capability delivery. This RFI is for planning purposes only and is not a Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Prototype Proposal (RPP), or a solicitation for award; no contract will be awarded from this announcement. The USG intends to obtain prototypes and ancillary equipment for limited operational assessment.

Information is requested for three problem statements related to mission autonomy:

• Engineer Capability Package (Breaching Operations): Solutions for autonomous/semi-autonomous breaching of complex obstacles and minefields under contested conditions, requiring self-navigation, mission planning, obstacle classification, advanced sensors, and C2 interfaces.

• Sustainment Capability Package (Autonomous Distribution): Systems for autonomous delivery of various supply classes across contested terrain, including self-navigation, dynamic route optimization, material handling, and integration into C2 networks.

• Army Multi-Mission Platforms: Production-ready, reusable, cost-effective robotic systems (categorized by weight: Small, Medium, Large, Extra-Large) to enhance survivability, lethality, and sustainment across Army ground formations. Bidders are asked to provide details on their solution's capabilities, prototype delivery timelines, Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost estimates (development and production), technical data rights, physical and performance characteristics, autonomy components, safety verification, adherence to Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA), control systems, and experience.

• Responses are due by 3:00 PM EST on February 27, 2026.

• Submissions should be sent to submissions@namconsortium.org with the subject "Robotic Ground Combat Systems RFI".

• Responses are limited to 20 pages per solution submission (excluding attachments/title page) and should be in MS Word or PDF format.

• Proprietary information must be clearly marked as "PROPRIETARY" according to specified guidelines.

• The USG may use AI tools to assist in the analysis and review of RFI submissions.

• Membership in the National Advanced Mobility Consortium (NAMC) is not required to respond to this RFI.

• Responses are voluntary, and no reimbursement will be provided for costs incurred.

• Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future solicitations.

• Information provided is subject to change and not binding to the USG.

• Future solicitations will be synopsized on SAM.gov.

Other / Unclassified

This is a Special Notice from the Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) announcing the Government's intent to issue a Request for Information (RFI) regarding Mission Autonomy robotic solutions. The purpose of this RFI is to gather information on current industry robotic solutions to inform the Capability Program Executive (CPE) Mission Autonomy and Army Senior Leaders, and to develop a rapid acquisition strategy.

• RFI Issuance: An RFI is anticipated to be issued on January 30, 2026, with responses due on February 27, 2026.
• Follow-on Effort: The Government intends to pursue a follow-on production effort under 10 USC 4022(f).
• Informational Purpose: This Special Notice is for informational purposes only; no prototype project will be awarded based on this announcement.
• NAMC Consortium: The RFI will be posted to SAM.gov and is intended for NAMC (National Advanced Mobility Consortium) membership. Information on becoming a member can be found at www.NAMConsortium.org.
• Point of Contact: Alessandro Padro (alessandro.v.padro.civ@army.mil) is the Government point of contact for this effort.