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--Future Combat Systems (FCS) Large Caliber Ammunition Resupply (LCAR) Request for Proposal

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FCS-09-SPECIAL-1Federal

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The Boeing Company, in partnership with Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) as the Lead Systems Integrator for the Army, has issued a competitive bid opportunity for the Future Combat Systems (FCS) Large Caliber Ammunition Resupply (LCAR) solution. This initiative supports the U.S. Army’s objective to field the first Future Force FCS Brigade Combat Team by 2014, focusing specifically on resupply requirements for the Non-Line-of-Sight Cannon (NLOS-C). The LCAR device is designed to assist the Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck Load Handling System (HEMTT-LHS) crew by providing heavy lift and transfer capabilities for diverse ammunition types, facilitating ammunition transfer from transport vehicles such as HEMTT-LHS and Palletized Load System (PLS) Trailers to Manned Ground Vehicle upload ports. The device will remain external to the Manned Ground Vehicles, allowing Soldiers to conduct the final interface, and must be compatible with existing FCS BCT transportation assets. Two suppliers will be selected through this solicitation to develop and deliver up to two prototypes each and assist in evaluation efforts aimed at reducing Soldier manual handling efforts. Additionally, suppliers are expected to review ammunition packaging for potential automation enhancements in future handling systems. Each awarded contract is funded up to $5 million. Interested parties must submit a Proprietary Information Agreement and FCS Questionnaire by October 17, 2008. This RFP is managed by the U.S. Army TACOM located at Detroit Arsenal, Michigan, with further information available through Boeing’s FCS website or by contacting the designated representative, Beth Winkelmann, via the provided email. Suppliers are explicitly instructed not to contact TACOM POCs directly.

General Info

Boeing and SAIC seek two suppliers for FCS ammunition resupply prototypes, funded $5 million each.

Agency

Department Of Defense → W4GG Hq US Army Tacom

NAICS

336992 - Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing

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PostedOct 7

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W4GG Hq US Army Tacom

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OfficeDETROIT ARSENAL, MI, 48397-5000, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W4GG Hq US Army Tacom

Office AddressDETROIT ARSENAL, MI, 48397-5000, USA

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Full Description

The Boeing Company, in conjunction with our partner Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC), together acting as Lead Systems Integrator (LSI) for the Army, is pleased to announce a new competitive bid opportunity for the Future Combat Systems (FCS) Large Caliber Ammunition Resupply (LCAR) solution. The FCS program is an integral component, with other key complementary U.S. Government and commercial programs, in the U.S. Army's goal to field the first Future Force FCS Brigade Combat Team (BCT) by 2014. The Armys Future Combat System Brigade Combat Team (FCS BCT) Program has the requirement to resupply large caliber ammunition or the Non-Line-of-Sight Cannon (NLOS-C). This RFP will focus only on the NLOS Cannon. The LCAR device will provide heavy lift & transfer assistance to the Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck Load Handling System (HEMTT-LHS) crew, loading diversified ammunition. The LCAR device will be external to the MGV platforms, and will be used to assist loaders with transferring ammunition from the HEMTT-LHS and the PLS Trailer to the Manned Ground Vehicle upload ports. The Soldier is allowed to conduct final interface between LCAR device and MGV. The LCAR device will be truck transported and must be compatible with the HEMTT LHS and/or Palletized Load System (PLS) Trailer with Flat-rack, which are transportation assets organic to the FCS BCT. The Suppliers have a responsibility to deliver up to two prototypes, and assist the contractor in evaluation, focusing on reduction of Soldier effort via manhandling. The suppliers shall review optimizing ammunition packaging to identify potential future handling systems automation features. Two suppliers will be awarded a contract to submit their prototype(s). The FCS funding is targeted not to exceed $5 Million per supplier. A Proprietary Information Agreement and FCS Questionnaire are due no later than 17 October 2008. Please visit the FCS Website at www.boeing.com/fcs for additional information or Beth Winkelmann (information is below). Please DO NOT contact the TACOM POC. Contact Information: Beth Winkelmann Email: contact@example.gov.