Army Open Solicitation 23 February 2026.pdf
Posted: Feb. 23, 2026
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This text is an Army Open Solicitation (AOS) issued by the U.S. Army Contracting Command-Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC-APG), specifically from the Digital Capability Contracting Center of Excellence (DC3oE).
The solicitation number is W9128Z-25-S-A002, and it was revised on February 23, 2026. This AOS aims to support the Army's mission by facilitating the rapid acquisition of innovative solutions that leverage commercial technology advancements across various mission areas. The solicitation will remain open indefinitely until canceled and allows for submissions from U.S. Army users and sponsoring organizations with approved intra-agency agreements.
The AOS outlines two primary methods for industry partners to respond: Active Capability Gap (ACG) submissions and Call for Solutions.
ACG submissions allow companies to propose solutions addressing identified capability gaps in areas such as intelligence, tactical communications, and advanced manufacturing, among others. The Call for Solutions method invites proposals in response to specific government-issued calls targeting critical gaps in capabilities. Each submission method has distinct procedures, evaluation criteria, and potential award processes, including iterative prototyping for developing and refining solutions based on user feedback.
To qualify for awards under this solicitation, companies must register with the System for Award Management (SAM) and possess a Unique Entity ID (UEI). They must also comply with various regulatory requirements, including representing their small business status and ensuring they are not suspended or debarred from federal contracts.
The document emphasizes that only warranted contracting officers can bind the government contractually, reinforcing the importance of formal agreements in the procurement process.
The solicitation number is W9128Z-25-S-A002, and it was revised on February 23, 2026. This AOS aims to support the Army's mission by facilitating the rapid acquisition of innovative solutions that leverage commercial technology advancements across various mission areas. The solicitation will remain open indefinitely until canceled and allows for submissions from U.S. Army users and sponsoring organizations with approved intra-agency agreements.
The AOS outlines two primary methods for industry partners to respond: Active Capability Gap (ACG) submissions and Call for Solutions.
ACG submissions allow companies to propose solutions addressing identified capability gaps in areas such as intelligence, tactical communications, and advanced manufacturing, among others. The Call for Solutions method invites proposals in response to specific government-issued calls targeting critical gaps in capabilities. Each submission method has distinct procedures, evaluation criteria, and potential award processes, including iterative prototyping for developing and refining solutions based on user feedback.
To qualify for awards under this solicitation, companies must register with the System for Award Management (SAM) and possess a Unique Entity ID (UEI). They must also comply with various regulatory requirements, including representing their small business status and ensuring they are not suspended or debarred from federal contracts.
The document emphasizes that only warranted contracting officers can bind the government contractually, reinforcing the importance of formal agreements in the procurement process.
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