Procurement Summary
Country: USA
Summary: Lethal Innovation Foundry Technologies Lift Program
Deadline: 29 May 2026
Posting Date: 05 May 2026
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Notice Type: Tender
TOT Ref.No.: 140663640
Document Ref. No.: W15QKN26X1BNS
Competition: ICB
Financier: Self Financed
Purchaser Ownership: Public
Tender Value: Refer Document
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1.0 INTRODUCTION & BACKGROUND
The U.S. Army Contracting Command - New Jersey (ACC-NJ), on behalf of Project Manager Soldier Lethality (PM SL), is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) to identify interested and capable industry partners for the Lethal Innovation Foundry Technologies (LIFT) program.
As the Army modernizes its small arms capabilities, the transition to the 6.8mm platform represents a critical leap in soldier lethality. To maintain overmatch, PM SL is seeking to establish Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs) with industry to explore new, innovative, and enabling technologies that can generate new or enhanced capabilities for the Army-s portfolio of 6.8mm weapons systems, fire control/optics, and ammunition.
2.0 LIFT PROGRAM OBJECTIVES & CRADA OVERVIEW
The LIFT program is designed to create a collaborative environment between the Government and industry. This RFI serves as the primary entry point for establishing a CRADA.
Collaborative Assessment: This program provides a mechanism for Industry to submit innovative ideas and technologies for the Government to assess. Vendor assessments and testing may be conducted at vendor or Government Facilities.
Government Furnished Property (GFP): To facilitate research, the Government can provide GFP, to include 6.8mm ammunition and weapon systems, to CRADA partners.
CRADA Mechanics: A CRADA is a written agreement between a private company and a Government laboratory to work together on a collaborative research and development project. Please note: Under a CRADA, the Government cannot provide funds to the non-federal partner.
3.0 SUGGESTED RESEARCH AREAS OF INTEREST (RAI)
Vendors are encouraged, but not limited to submit technologies that align with one or more of the following RAIs within the 6.8mm ecosystem:
RAI #
Domain
Technical Focus Areas & Desired Capabilities
RAI 1
6.8mm Weapons Systems
Weight reduction (advanced materials), signature ...
Notice ID: w15qkn26x1bns
Department/Ind. Agency: dept of defense
Sub-tier: dept of the army
Office: w6qk acc-pica
Inactive Dates: jun 13, 2026
Inactive Policy: 15 days after response date
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