RFI- AMSS Kit Components

The US Army is seeking information on Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) or emerging technologies for the Arctic Mobility Sustainment System (AMSS). The AMSS is a system that enables dismounted soldiers to transport sustainment and survivability equipment essential for 72-hour operations in the Arctic environment. The system should include various components such as an Arctic Transport System with Cover, Arctic Heater, Locking Carabiners, and Emergency Blanket. The system should be compatible with existing soldier equipment, have a 5-year useful life, and meet relevant MIL-STD-810H environmental requirements. The respondents should provide a white paper with a cover page, executive summary, product technical description, and product specifications. The white paper should not exceed 10 pages and should include additional pertinent information. • The system should be towable by soldiers while on skis, snowshoes, or on foot, and be compatible with existing soldier equipment. • The system should have multiple lift points to enable soldiers to lift, carry or maneuver without pinching, causing injuries to hands. • The system should be capable of being towed by snowmobiles and other Climatic Zone 7 all-terrain motorized vehicles. • The system should be Berry Amendment compliant and Buy American Act compliant. • The system should be fully operational at -40 F, and ideally at -65 F with ice, snow, moisture, and thermal cycling.