Dismounted Unit Soldier Transport (DUST)
ID: W912CH-25-R-0007Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC- DTAWARREN, MI, 48397-5000, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/a5ad222b5fef4502ab16893686e0f476/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking information from interested vendors regarding the Dismounted Unit Soldier Transport (DUST) Program, aimed at procuring an all-terrain, battery-powered cart designed to enhance the operational capabilities of dismounted units. The DUST system is intended to facilitate tactical resupply and internal sustainment for platoons operating in challenging terrains, thereby enabling extended missions without frequent external resupplies. This Sources Sought Notice is part of market research to identify qualified contractors capable of fulfilling these requirements, with a subsequent Firm-Fixed-Price contract anticipated to span five years from the award date. Interested parties must submit their Capability Statements by 12:00 PM EST on November 6, 2024, to the primary contact, Shannon DeRue, at shannon.n.derue.civ@army.mil.

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    Shannon DeRue
    shannon.n.derue.civ@army.mil
    Jennifer Jusela
    jennifer.l.jusela.civ@army.mil
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    Sources Sought Notice-DUST_10-7-24.docx
    The Sources Sought Notice issued by the Product Manager for Robotic and Autonomous Systems (PdM RAS) aims to assess vendor availability for the Dismounted Unit Soldier Transport (DUST) Program. This initiative seeks market research feedback to identify potential contractors capable of producing all-terrain powered carts designed to assist dismounted military units with supplies during extended operations. Information gathered will influence whether future solicitations will be set aside for small businesses or opened for broader competition. The notice emphasizes that it is not a commitment for procurement and outlines confidentiality expectations regarding proprietary information submitted by interested vendors. Respondents are requested to provide a Capability Statement detailing company qualifications, past experiences relevant to similar systems, production capacity, and technical capabilities. The responses should not exceed 15 pages, excluding technical manuals, and must be submitted by November 7, 2024. Interested parties must also be registered in the System for Award Management prior to submission. This notice reflects the government's strategic focus on collaborating with capable vendors to enhance military logistics and operational efficiency through innovative technological solutions.
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