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Caisson Wagon - Other Transaction Authority (OTA) Request for Prototype Proposal (RPP) W51EW7-26-R-A010

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The Department of Defense, through the Mission & Installation Contracting Command Theater Support Center, on behalf of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), is soliciting proposals for a prototype Caisson Wagon to enhance memorial affairs operations at Arlington National Cemetery. This project is governed under the Other Transaction Authority for Prototypes as outlined in 10 U.S.C. § 4022, with the government planning to award a single firm-fixed-price agreement. Successful completion of the prototype may lead to a sole-source follow-on production contract for additional wagons, reflecting the critical need to replace the aging fleet currently used in honoring fallen service members. The solicitation invites all businesses to participate, but an award can only be made if all significant participants are small businesses or nontraditional defense contractors. Proposals must adhere to the detailed instructions in the RPP documents and be submitted electronically by July 13, 2026, with questions due by May 26, 2026. The contract work will take place in Arlington, Virginia, and interested parties can contact designated government officials via the provided email addresses for further guidance. This effort aims to create a sustainable, long-term solution to support the vital ceremonial mission of The Old Guard at Arlington National Cemetery.

General Info

DoD seeks prototype Caisson Wagon from small businesses to support Arlington Cemetery ceremonies.

Agency

Department Of Defense → W6QM Micc Tsc

NAICS

336999 - All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing View NAICS

Place of Performance

Arlington, VA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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Caisson Wagons Question & Answer Log 3June2026

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Industry Review Caisson Atch 002 Terms and Conditions v23APR2026

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RPP W51EW7-26-R-A010 Caisson Wagon Prototype Proposal

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W51EW7-26-R-A010 Caisson Wagon Request for Prototype Proposal

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W51EW7-26-R-A010 Caisson Wagon Salient Characteristics

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Industry Review Caisson Wagon Salient Characteristics v23APR2026

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Affirmation of Business Status Certification for W51EW7-26-R-A010

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W51EW7-26-R-A010 Caisson Atch 002 Terms and Conditions OTA Agreement

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Caisson Wagons Question & Answer Log

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Caisson Wagons Question & Answer Log

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QM Micc Tsc
Contacts2 people available
OfficeJBSA FT SAM HOUSTON, TX, 78234-0000, USA
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Department Of Defense → W6QM Micc Tsc
Office AddressJBSA FT SAM HOUSTON, TX, 78234-0000, USA
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MICC TSC Division 1 - PLEASE HERE FIRST
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Jessica Ecker
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Full Description

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Effective June 3, 2026: Answers to the questions received have been posted. Please see the attachment titled QA_RPP_Caisson_Wagons_Answers_3June2026. No changes have been made to the RPP itself. All other information within this announcement remains unchanged.



1. INTRODUCTION & SYNOPSIS


This announcement is a formal Request for Prototype Proposal (RPP) issued by the Mission & Installation Contracting Command (MICC) Theater Support Center (TSC) on behalf of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment, known as The Old Guard (TOG). The Government is seeking proposals to design, develop, and deliver a prototype Caisson Wagon to support memorial affairs operations at Arlington National Cemetery.


  • Authority: 10 U.S.C. § 4022, Other Transaction Authority (OTA) for Prototypes.
  • Agreement Type: The Government intends to award a single Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) agreement.
  • Follow-on Production: Offerors are advised that the successful completion of this prototype project may result in the award of a non-competitive, sole-source follow-on production agreement for additional Caisson Wagons.

2. BACKGROUND


TOG conducts memorial affairs in support of all Joint Services at Arlington National Cemetery, honoring our Nation’s fallen service members and their families. Caisson wagons are essential for this daily mission. The current fleet is aging, creating a critical deficiency that compromises mission capability. This RPP seeks a sustainable, long-term solution by prototyping a new Caisson Wagon.


3. ELIGIBILITY


This RPP is open to all businesses. However, pursuant to 10 U.S.C. § 4022(d)(1)(B), an award may only be made if all significant participants in the transaction are small businesses or nontraditional defense contractors.


4. PROPOSAL SUBMISSION & KEY DATES


  • Proposal Instructions: Interested offerors shall submit a comprehensive proposal in accordance with all instructions and requirements outlined in the attached RPP documents.
  • Key Dates:
    • Questions Due Date: May 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET
    • Proposal Due Date: July 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET
  • Submission Instructions:
    • Method: All questions and proposals must be submitted electronically via email.
    • Email Address: usarmy.jbsa.acc-micc.mbx.tsc-div1@army.mil

5. GOVERNMENT POINTS OF CONTACT (POCs)


  • Agreements Officer: Jennifer Hastedt
  • Agreements Specialist: Jessica Ecker

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