The HEMTT-LHS Compatible Water Tank Rack (Hippo) is a Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) program within the Department of Defense's Acquisition Category III portfolio. The program, designated by DoD Acquisition Program Number S86, focuses on the procurement of specialized water tank rack systems compatible with Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck-Load Handling Systems (HEMTT-LHS). This acquisition program operates under a standard Acquisition Plan (AP) framework within the defense procurement system. The most recent contract activity includes a $9.85 million Firm Fixed Price Delivery Order awarded to Isometrics Inc., a Reidsville, North Carolina-based manufacturer, for HIPPO production units. The contract, awarded by the U.S. Army's Program Executive Office for Combat Support and Combat Service Support (PEO CSCSS) in April 2024, extends through September 2025. The award was made without small business set-aside provisions, and Isometrics Inc., known for its expertise in fuel transportation, storage equipment, and tactical communications systems, serves as the prime contractor. The contract demonstrates the Army's continued investment in tactical water transport capabilities through established defense manufacturers.
Name | Description | Awardee | Potential Value (Click to sort descending) | Award Date (Click to sort descending) | Completion Date (Click to sort descending) | Updated At (Click to sort descending) |
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Delivery Order W56HZV21D0068-W56HZV24F0073 | Isometrics Inc. | $9.9m | 4/4/24 | 9/30/25 | 7/16/24 | |
Delivery Order W56HZV21D0068-W912CH25F0217 | Isometrics Inc. | $10.1m | 3/14/25 | 9/30/26 | 3/14/25 |