Request For Information on Arctic Mobility Sustainment System Kit Components

This announcement constitutes a Request for Information (RFI) notice for the Arctic Mobility Sustainment System (AMSS) described below. IMPORTANT NOTICE: This RFI notice is being issued for the purpose of determining market capability of sources and assessing industries’ current capabilities in specific technological areas. This does not constitute an Invitation for Bid (IFB), a Request for Proposal (RFP), a Request for Quote (RFQ) or an indication that the Government will contract for any of the items and/or services contained in this notice. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS. NO SOLICITATION DOCUMENTS EXIST AT THIS TIME. Any information provided does not constitute a proposal but will be considered an exchange of capabilities and ideas. The Government will not be responsible for any cost incurred in furnishing this information or potential participation in the event. This RFI does not constitute a commitment, implied or otherwise, that the government will take procurement action in this matter. All information received in response to this notice that is marked Proprietary will be handled accordingly. Responses will be reviewed, and candidate technologies of interest will be invited to participate in an Industry Day event in June 2026 to demonstrate and show the technology based on information provided in response to this RFI. Additional field evaluations may be completed. The due date for responses to this RFI is

16 April 2026, 5pm EST.

BACKGROUND: The Arctic Mobility Sustainment System (AMSS) addresses the need for equipment to operate effectively in the Arctic environment, where extreme cold, challenging terrain, and long distances require specialized capabilities. AMSS is being developed as a system that enables dismounted Soldiers to transport sustainment and survivability equipment essential for 72-hour operations. Current arctic equipment is outdated, unit-procured, and often in disrepair, failing to optimize Soldier mobility and survivability. The AMSS mitigates these gaps by improving mobility, reducing logistical strain, and enhancing Soldier safety in hazardous cold weather environments. Product Manager Force Sustainment Systems (PdM FSS) is evaluating solutions to address gaps in legacy systems to include, but not limited to, rapid deployment and strike, system weight, equipment modernization, and system durability. Information received from this RFI may ultimately result in requests for equipment manufacturers to demonstrate their capabilities at no cost or risk to the Government. This RFI will help inform the Government's acquisition strategy for a potential future production effort that could exceed 3,000 systems.

Requirements: Mature technologies (TRL 7+) and products that can provide the following capabilities are of interest: (See TRL definitions on attached document) Arctic Transport System with Cover Shall be towable by soldiers while on skis, snowshoes, or on foot, and be compatible with existing soldier equipment Front and rear side attachment points Front and rear push points Shall fit in a UH-60 w/ doors closed Appropriately sized to carry shelter and other issued end items. Shall have multiple lift points to enable soldiers to lift, carry or maneuver without pinching, causing injuries to hands Shall be capable of being towed by snowmobiles and other Climatic Zone 7 all-terrain motorized vehicles Additional Components Harness Quick release capability Pole/Trace line anchor system 5x 9ft Trace Lines Arctic Heater Shall be easily assembled and maintained by soldiers to prevent damage to equipment and bodily harm Shall be operable and able to direct/vent exhaust outside of a shelter Shall be lightweight and portable Shall be compatible with Class III Petroleum, Oil, and Lubricants Diesel, kerosene, or motor gas-based fuels Wood, coal, Naphthal/White gas Shall have a fire mat Shall heat an arctic shelter from –40 to +40 in one hour Maximum time to repair shall not exceed 15 mins for 90% of field level maintenance tasks Locking Carabiners Shall support tactical tasks in mountainous terrain Ascent/Descent Negotiating steep inclines Support Casualty evacuation Shall enable soldiers to lift, carry, and maneuver equipment and personnel Closed Major Axis Strength - 24 kN Open Major Axis Strength - 8 kN Minor Axis Strength - 8 kN Oval-type Carabiner (Locking not required) Shall support towing of a sled system weighing up to 800lbs Closed Major Axis Strength - 24kN Open Major Axis Strength - 8 kN Minor Axis Strength - 8 kN Shall support towing by Climatic Zone 7 vehicles Bow Saw Locking: locked when in operation, stowable when not in use. Integrated: Minimal likelihood of losing components that render the saw inoperable. Collapsable Avalanche Shovel Shall serve as a shovel/hoe system Separate modes for traditional shoveling and use as a hoe Shall have a “D-handle” for use with mittens T – handles are not compatible with mittens worn in arctic environment Lopper At least 18”, ideally 20-24" One per squad or one per team Multipurpose Tool Shall be able to clean an arctic heater system. Plyer Picks Philips and flathead screwdriver Make sled repairs Plyer/wrench to service bolts Make shelter repairs Plyer Emergency Blanket Shall support 98th percentile height/weight measurements of a soldier Male – 73", ~200lbs Female - 68”, ~166lbs Shall provide ≥ 12 hours of thermal insulation to maintain safe body temperature for a casualty in ambient temperatures of –40 F down to -65 F Shall provide ≥ 24 hours of active heating in ambient temperatures of –40 F down to -65 F Shall have access points to provide medical treatment without removing the casualty from the system Shall have multiple carrying handles for lifting, carrying, and maneuver Shall be compatible with litter systems Shall be small and lightweight while still meeting performance

requirements Emergency Stove Collapsible Lightweight Shall be compatible with both wood and solid fuel sources These systems shall have the following: Berry Amendment compliant. Buy American Act compliant. Fully operational at –40 F, and ideally at -65 F with ice, snow, moisture, and thermal cycling. Ergonomically suitable for soldiers wearing issued cold-weather clothing (mittens, multiple layers). Lightweight while still meeting operational

requirements. Meet relevant MIL-STD-810H environmental