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This is a Call for Solutions (CFS) for a Portable Patient Transport System (PPTS) under the authority of 10 ****, for prototype projects. The U. S. Army Contracting Command is seeking readily available systems for a single, nonambulatory patient to support biocontainment, isolation, and quarantine. The system must be manportable and control the spread of biological threats during transport. It requires a patient containment enclosure with an integrated, battery-powered air filtration system that generates negative pressure and filters exhaust air. Essential features include glove ports, passthrough interfaces, and windows for patient care. The program is multiphased, with Segment I involving prototype delivery and evaluation, leading to downselection for Segment II (Phases II and III) which focuses on advanced integration, certification, and operational flight testing. Successful completion of the prototype is a prerequisite for a potential noncompetitive followon production award for up to 400 units over four years. Proposals must include a draft Statement of Work (SOW), delivery schedule, total firm-fixed-price, bill of materials, data rights assertions, and supporting documentation for performance claims. Key requirements include leak containment, negative pressure, head-to-foot airflow, filtration efficiency, FDA 510k clearance, passthrough ports, glove ports, waste storage, visibility, patient restraint, disinfection compatibility, and airworthiness. The government encourages innovative concepts and will consider solutions that may not meet all requirements. Inquiries and questions must be submitted via email by March 26, 2026. The government plans to post questions and answers by April 7, 2026, and a final CFS with a due date will be posted later.
The bid notice states that Segment I requires the delivery of thirty (30) prototype systems within 90 days after project award. For Segment II (Phases II and III), ten (10) additional prototypes are to be delivered within 90 days of Segment II authorization.
The bid notice states that for Segment I, downselection to proceed to Segment II will be based on user feedback, affordability of the prototype, availability of funds, and government evaluation of test results. For the final candidate for any noncompetitive followon production award, the government will perform a final, comprehensive evaluation to determine which candidate has performed best against key technical goals.
The bid notice requires performers to demonstrate a minimum Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of 5 and Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) of 5 for Segment I. For Segment II, a minimum TRL of 6 and MRL of 6 is required for Phase II, and a minimum TRL of 8 and MRL of 8 is required for Phase III.
The bid notice does not mention any requirement for a site visit.
The bid notice does not require the submission of samples.
The bid notice states that all inquiries and questions must be submitted via email no later than **** Eastern Time on March 26, 2026. Questions received after the deadline may not be answered.
