RFI- AMSS Kit Components
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, specifically W6QK ACC-APG NATICK, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for Arctic Mobility Sustainment System (AMSS) Kit Components. This RFI seeks mature technologies (TRL 7+) to equip dismounted soldiers for 72-hour operations in extreme Arctic environments. The goal is to improve mobility, reduce logistical strain, and enhance soldier safety by modernizing outdated equipment. This is for market research only and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses are due by April 16, 2026, 5pm EST.
Scope of Interest
The RFI is interested in Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) or emerging technologies for various components, including:
- Arctic Transport System with Cover: Towable by soldiers/snowmobiles, UH-60 compatible, with specific attachment/lift points, harness, and trace lines.
- Arctic Heater w/ Safety Mod Kit: Easily assembled/maintained, portable, compatible with Class III fuels, capable of heating a shelter from -40F to +40F in one hour.
- Locking & Oval-type Carabiners: For tactical tasks, lifting, and towing sleds up to 800lbs.
- Bow Saw: Locking and integrated design.
- Collapsible Avalanche Shovel: Shovel/hoe system with a "D-handle."
- Lopper: 18"-24" length.
- Multipurpose Tool: For cleaning heaters, sled, and shelter repairs.
- Emergency Blanket: For 98th percentile soldiers, providing 12-24 hours of thermal insulation in -40F to -65F, with medical access points and carrying handles.
- Emergency Stove: Collapsible, lightweight, compatible with wood and solid fuels.
General System Requirements: All systems must be Berry Amendment and Buy American Act compliant, fully operational at -40F (ideally -65F), ergonomically suitable for cold-weather gear, lightweight, subdued color, capable of 72-hour missions, with 5 years useful life and 10 years storage life, and meet MIL-STD-810H.
Submission Details
- Format: White paper (not to exceed 10 pages) in .PDF or .DOCX, size 12 font, one-inch margins. Do not include marketing brochures.
- Content: Cover page (product name, manufacturer, POC, photo), executive summary, detailed product technical description (operational concept, weight, dimensions), narrative/graphical depiction, quantitative specifications, supply chain risks, utilization history, required tools, transportation, consumables, catalog price/unit cost estimate, manufacturing capability (capacity, timeline, locations), and CAGE Code.
- Submission Method: Email to Raul Lopez (raul.a.lopez.civ@army.mil) and Clinton McAdams (clinton.b.mcadams.civ@army.mil). The subject line must be "Arctic Mobility Sustainment System (AMSS)."
Timeline & Next Steps
- Response Due: April 16, 2026, 5pm EST.
- Industry Day: Candidate technologies may be invited to an Industry Day in June 2026 for demonstrations.
- Notifications: Companies will be notified of invitation/non-invitation decisions before the end of May 2026.
Important Notes
This RFI is for market research only; it does not commit the government to a procurement action. No reimbursement will be made for response costs. Proprietary information will be handled accordingly. U.S. companies need a SAM.gov CAGE Code; international companies need a NATO CAGE Code and SAM.gov registration.