CSO - PdM RGCS Logistics Support - AoI 010.docx

Area of Interest (AoI) for Contractor Logistics Support for Product Manager (PdM) Robotic Ground Combat Systems (RGCS)

Federal Agency: U.S. Army Office: Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) AoI Title: Contractor Logistics Support Services for PdM RGCS CSO AoI Number: AoI 010 AoI Release Date: 19 MAY 2026 Responses: See W912CH-25-S-C001, Amendment 01 for Procedure Details

1.0 General Information

1.1 Introduction

This Area of Interest (AoI) is issued utilizing the ACC-DTA Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) W912CH-25-S-C001, Amendment 01. The Product Manager Robotic and Autonomous Systems (PdM RGCS) seeks to identify innovative commercial solutions for contractor-provided logistics support (CLS) services.

PdM RGCS is seeking partners capable of providing a diverse team of qualified personnel to provide robotic capability to various United States Army (US Army) stakeholders. The primary place of performance is Fort Leonard Wood, MO, with required travel to other Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS) locations. Telework may be authorized on a temporary basis with approval from the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

This CSO AoI seeks innovative solutions that meet the objectives detailed below. The term innovative is defined as any technology, process, or method, including research and development, that is new as of the date of proposal submission, or any new application of an existing technology, process or method as of the proposal date.

ACC-DTA is not obligated to extend a request for proposal or make an award as a result of this CSO AoI; all awards are subject to the availability of funds and successful negotiations. This CSO AoI is not an authorization to begin performance, and in no way obligates the Government for any costs incurred by the Offeror associated with developing a response. Prior to commencement of any activities associated with performance under this CSO AoI, the Government will issue a written directive or contractual document signed by the Contracting Officer with appropriate consideration established. ACC-DTA reserves the right to modify the requirements of this CSO AoI.

The authority to issue this CSO AoI is derived from ACC-DTA Commercial Solutions Opening W912CH-25-S-C001, dated 10 July 2025. The CSO authority is Section 803 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022, Public Law 117-807, and Class Deviation 2022-O0007.

1.2 AoI Background

The mission of PdM RGCS is to provide a large spectrum of necessary Robotic Systems services to ensure the Warfighter is equipped with robotic warfighting capability. To achieve this, PdM RGCS must maintain a fully staffed technical, management, and logistics organization capable of responding to current and future robotics systems needs. The mission requirements include the deployment, training, Total Package Fielding (TPF), integration, testing, sustainment, and improvement of all PdM RGCS products.

Potential partners should plan for a contract with task-order-driven surges. The Period of Performance (PoP) for this effort is anticipated as a 30-day Phase-In, one base period of 12 months, which may be extended by the Government for up to an additional 24 months in the form of two (2) 12-month Option periods. The estimated overall period of performance would be as follows: 30 October 2026 – 29 November 2029.

1.3 Identify AoI Solution

To execute its expanding mission, PdM RGCS requires specialized expertise across multiple labor categories. The following labor categories are required:

2.0 Functional Capacities

2.1 Warehouse and General Supply (Supply Technician)

· Inventory Management: Responsible for the inventory management of the warehouse, including receiving, issuing, shipping, and documenting all RGCS equipment, spare parts, and tools using the Army Accountable Property System of Record (APSR). Conduct monthly and 100% inventories as required.

· Shipping and Receiving: Coordinate all shipping and receiving of parts and equipment, including obtaining transportation cost estimates, coordinating with the Government shipping office, and documenting any damage.

· Facility Support: Maintain all facilities, including general cleaning, groundskeeping (cutting grass, snow removal), and managing key control.

2.2 Technical Service, Instructor and Fielding Representative (Electronics Technician I)

· Maintenance and Repair: Perform troubleshooting, fault isolation, and repair of fielded robotic systems during de-processing events for TPF efforts by conducting inventory and Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS).

· Quality Assurance: Conduct daily Quality Assurance (QA) checks on new or repaired systems using Government-provided checklists at all TPF events.

· Conduct Operator (OPNET) and Field Level Maintainer (FLMNET) new equipment training classes for Government personnel at CONUS and OCONUS locations.

· Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all US Army ground robotic efforts, attend logistics and training meetings, and provide recommendations for technical manuals and fielding plans.

2.3 Training and Fielding (Technical Instructor / Course Developer)

· New Equipment Training (NET): OPNET and FLMNET new equipment training classes for Government personnel at CONUS and OCONUS locations.

· Assist maintaining training products and updates.

2.4 Program Management

· Task Order Management: Perform all duties associated with Task Order management, including facilitating weekly meetings, providing presentation materials, and preparing for detailed discussions on cost, schedule, performance, and risk.

· Reporting: Develop and deliver a Monthly Contract Funds Status Report (CFSR) and other reports as required.

· Management Reviews: Conduct quarterly Program Management Reviews (PMRs) with RGCS NET and Fielding Manager.

· Oversee team(s) to ensure products, schedules, events are planned, resources and executed on time and on budget.

2.5 Training and Development Manager

· Curriculum Development: Develop, update, and maintain training products, including Programs of Instruction (POI), Instructor Lesson Plans, and Student Guides, in accordance with United States Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) Regulation 350-70 and the Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation (ADDIE) process.

· TPF Coordination: Plan and coordinate fielding and NET events, develop New Materiel In-Briefs (NMIB), and manage all logistics coordination with the Gaining Unit (GU).

· Manage training team, monitor and evaluate training program to ensure it is effective and ensure compliance with guidance provided by the government.

3.0 Manpower and Workforce Composition

3.1 General Workforce Requirements

· Standard Hours: The standard workweek is 40 hours, between the core hours of 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

· Travel: Personnel must be able to travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations as required.

· Licenses: Personnel must possess a valid civilian driver's license.

3.2 Key Position Requirements

· Fort Leonard Wood (FLW) Staff: Must be able to obtain licenses for a John Deere 450 Long Track (LT) dozer, Bobcat T250 Skid steer, forklifts (15k and below), and other equipment. Must also obtain a FLW Range Safety Certification.

· Forklift Operators: Must obtain or possess an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Forklift Certification and a Government Operator permit (OF 346).

· Technical Service, Instructor and Fielding Representative (TSIFR - for US Army support): Must be thoroughly experienced and qualified to advise on the operation, training, maintenance, and repair of US Army robot products. Must be able to support facility and grounds maintenance and perform troubleshooting and repairs on training systems as required.

· Training and Development Manager – Manage Training Team, develop and implement effective training programs that meet the governments requirements.

· Program Management – Located and Manage teams, activities and all programs at FLW.

4.0 AoI Constraints

SAM Registration: Any selected company will be required to be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) prior to award.

4.1 Personnel Security

· Contractor personnel must successfully complete a background security investigation (SF-85P) to be eligible for a Common Access Card (CAC).

· All personnel must comply with security requirements for handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), Operations Security (OPSEC), and Antiterrorism/Force Protection.

· Contractor personnel performing work under this contract must be United States citizens and are required to undergo and successfully pass a T1 background investigation to obtain and maintain Common Access Card (CAC) eligibility for the duration of the contract.

4.2 Training

· All contractor employees must complete mandatory annual training, including AT Level I awareness, OPSEC training, and DoD Information Assurance (IA) Cybersecurity awareness training.

5. Requirements

a) Submission:

Submission Instructions: A written solution brief must be sent via e-mail submission by 5:00 P.M (EST) on 02 JUNE 2026 with the subject line stating " Contractor Logistics Support for PdM RGCS for A010” to the Point of Contacts (POCs) listed below. This deadline supersedes the date listed in CSO W912CH-25-S-C001 Amendment 01 Section 1.3 CSO Procedure.

AoI Open Period: This AoI shall close at 5:00 P.M (EST) on 02 June 2026.

Solutions received after the specified due date and time will be discarded and not be evaluated by the Government.

Points of Contact: (AOI questions can be sent to the following) Program Manager: LTC James Chaney; james.l.chaney8.mil@army.mil Contracting Officer Representative: Dwayne Todd Resch; dwayne.t.resch.civ@army.mil Contract Specialist: Shane Wonsowicz, shane.p.wonsowicz.civ@army.mil Contracting Officer: Chardae Walton, chardae.l.walton.civ@army.mil