U.S. Army Contracting Command – Watervliet Arsenal (ACC-WVA) Organic Industrial Base (OIB) Modernization Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO)

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is an Area of Interest (AoI) under the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) W911PT26SC001. DEVCOM is seeking Advanced Cannon Technologies (ACTs) to eliminate hexavalent chromium generation, decrease life cycle costs, and increase readiness in large caliber cannon production. The focus is on novel, environmentally friendly, and carcinogenic-free manufacturing technologies that are proven and scalable for mass manufacturing.

The AoI seeks solutions in the following areas:

• Enhanced manufacturing methods (lathe, mill work, cutting, honing, grinding) applicable to various materials (high strength low alloy steels, ultra-high steel steels, superalloys, composites, polymers).
• Additive manufacturing for rebuilding worn/damaged areas or adding engineered performance materials.
• Process monitoring applications to improve new and existing manufacturing technologies.
• Process automation systems to enhance manufacturing and monitoring.
• Technology to enhance and extend the life of manufacturing processes by reducing costs, environmental emissions, or improving safety.

This is a CSO AoI, not a direct request for proposal. Awards are subject to fund availability and successful negotiations. The authority for this CSO AoI is derived from ACC-WVA Commercial Solutions Opening W911PT26SC001 dated 16 April 2026, per Section 1823 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026.

• Written solutions must be emailed to usarmy.watervliet.tacom.mbx.commercial-solutions-opening@army.mil with the subject line "Advanced Cannon Technology".

• Solutions received after the due date will not be evaluated.

• Selection will be based on existing needs, best qualification after technical review, and price reasonableness.

• The AoI closes on 30 September 2026 (may be amended).

• Companies must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).

• This AoI does not obligate the Government for any costs incurred by Offerors.

• The Government will issue a written directive or contractual document before any performance begins.

• ACC-WVA reserves the right to modify the requirements of this CSO AoI.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Area of Interest (AoI) W911PT26CS001-A002, issued under the ACC-WVA Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) W911PT26SC001, seeks innovative solutions for Test Inspection Equipment for Gun Tube and Component Quality Inspections. The U.S. Army Tank and Automotive Command- Watervliet Arsenal (TACOM) aims to improve defect detection sensitivity and ensure material soundness through advanced non-destructive testing methods.

• Modified immersion UT systems for enhanced defect detection in finished barrel states.
• Micrometers with advanced capabilities beyond current usage.
• Other new or innovative tooling and equipment for Non-Destructive Testing (NDT).
• Systems capable of scanning tubes up to 30' length and 18" diameter efficiently.
• Simultaneous Long and Shear wave data collection, plus A, B, and C scan image collection and analysis.
• Integrated Assisted Defect Recognition (ADR) tools to aid operator decisions.
• Desired mobility and portability for operators.

This is a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) under the authority of Section 1823 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026. The government is not obligated to issue a request for proposal or make an award. Awards are subject to fund availability and successful negotiations.

• Written solutions must be submitted via email to usarmy.watervliet.tacom.mbx.commercial-solutions-opening@army.mil with the subject line: "Test Inspection Equipment for Gun Tube and Finished/ Rough Machine Component Quality Inspections".

• Solutions will be selected based on existing needs, technical review, and price reasonableness.

• The AoI closes on 30 September 2026, but may be amended.

• Companies must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).

• This AoI is not an authorization to begin performance; costs incurred are at the offeror's risk until a written directive or contractual document is issued.

• The government reserves the right to modify the requirements.

• For questions, contact usarmy.watervliet.tacom.mbx.commercial-solutions-opening@army.mil. The Contracting Officer is Lauren Scripps.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines a continuously open Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) solicitation by the U.S. Army Contracting Command – Watervliet Arsenal (ACC-WVA). The CSO aims to acquire innovative commercial products, technologies, and services, or adaptations of existing ones, to modernize the Army's Organic Industrial Base (OIB) through "Convergent Manufacturing." This includes integrating legacy systems with digital ones, expanding modeling and simulation, and improving materiel delivery.

• The CSO is intended to solicit innovative commercial solutions that address specific Areas of Interest (Aols), which will be posted separately on SAM.gov.

• Solutions may involve commercially-available technologies, commercially-fueled investments, concept demonstrations, pilots, or agile development.

• Submissions must be unclassified.

• Contracts awarded under this CSO will be FAR-based, utilizing Part 12 Commercial Item Procedures.

• Contract types will be fixed-price, potentially including fixed-price incentive fee contracts.

• The period of performance for any solution brief or CSP is generally no greater than 12 months, unless otherwise specified in the Aol.

• The CSO is open until September 30, 2027, and may be extended.

• It utilizes a multi-phase approach: Phase 1 (Solution Brief), Phase 2 (Presentation/Pitch, if applicable), and Phase 3 (Commercial Solution Proposal - CSP).

• The government will evaluate submissions based on responsiveness, technical merit, uniqueness, risk, and proposed price.

• Companies are encouraged to submit solution briefs, which will be evaluated first. Promising solutions may advance to subsequent phases.

• The government will not pay for costs associated with solution brief or pitch submissions, unless otherwise stipulated.

• Both traditional and non-traditional defense contractors are eligible.

• Companies must have a Unique Entity ID (UEI) and an active SAM.gov profile to receive an award.

• Areas of Interest (Aols) will be posted separately on SAM.gov.

• The government reserves the right to amend the CSO and to award to all, some, or none of the selected solutions.

• Contact information for inquiries is provided.