U.S. Army Partnership Solutions Opening for Organic Industrial Base Advanced Manufacturing
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 Materiel Command (AMC) is seeking Public-Private Partnership (P3) solutions via white paper submissions to modernize its Organic Industrial Base (OIB) with Industry 4.0/5.0 advanced manufacturing standards. This initiative, under 10 U.S.C. § 7544, aims to leverage private investment for facility upgrades and co-production activities. Responses are due by 4:00 PM CST on June 22, 2026.
Scope of Opportunity
This Partnership Solutions Opening (PSO) is for market research and concept exploration, focusing on specific repair/overhaul or new manufacturing lines at key Army depots:
- Anniston Army Depot (ANAD): M88 Engine/Transmission, M1 Abrams Engine/Transmission.
- Red River Army Depot (RRAD): Track shoe/components, road wheels for various vehicles; Tire and Wheel Assembly for wheeled military vehicles.
- Corpus Christi Army Depot (CCAD): Allison Engine, AH-64E Transmission/Gearbox/Rotor Blade, T901 Engine, Bearings; AH-64 Coupling.
- Tobyhanna Army Depot (TYAD): Wiring Harness Connectors; Raw Board Manufacturing for Printed Circuit Cards. The goal is to integrate "Smart Factory" concepts (Industry 4.0) and human-centric, environmentally conscious automation (Industry 5.0).
Financial & Operational Model
Selected partners must fund 100% of modernization Capital Expenditures (CapEx) using private equity or internal corporate capital, covering facility upgrades, equipment, and software. In return, the Government will enter a Cooperative Arrangement under 10 U.S.C. § 7544, granting partners:
- A commercial capacity guarantee for facility use.
- Authorization to utilize excess capacity not needed by the Government.
- All commercial production must not interfere with the Department of War's mission, with Government requirements holding absolute priority.
- Respondents must identify any additional operational costs for Government production as firm, fixed-price or cost-reimbursement contracts.
Submission Requirements
White papers should be submitted in three volumes:
- Volume I: Technical & Automation Approach (Detailed architecture for Industry 4.0/5.0 integration, timeline for upgrades).
- Volume II: Financial & Investment Plan (Proof of capital, detailed CapEx breakdown).
- Volume III: Co-Production & 10 U.S.C. § 7544 Compliance (Concept of Operations for capacity split).
Evaluation Criteria
Responses will be reviewed based on:
- Technological Innovation: Verifiable Industry 4.0/5.0 integration.
- Financial Viability: Strength of private equity financing.
- Statutory Feasibility (Co-Production): Ability to use capacity commercially without interfering with military mission.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Partnership Solutions Opening (PSO) / Special Notice (not a FAR-governed procurement).
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: June 22, 2026, 4:00 PM CST.
- Published: May 21, 2026 (updated June 3, 2026).
- Submission Email: usarmy.ria.acc.mbx.s3coe@army.mil (Subject: PSO Response OIB 4.0/5.0 Integration).
Disclaimer
This PSO is for market research only and does not constitute an RFP. The Government is not obligated to enter into agreements or reimburse submission costs.