The US Department of Defense is partnering with industry and academia on a multiphase CTMA initiative to adapt modern commercial best-in-class controllers to various systems on equipment to assess the benefits of replacing aging/last-generation controllers with today’s more universal technology.

This initiative will develop control systems that are ruggedized, able to withstand harsh conditions as well as able to withstand near continuous use.  In addition, they must be reprogrammable and easily serviceable as any issues with a hand station could shut down a vehicle, piece of equipment, or manufacturing line.

Phase IV will be focused on supporting safety confirmation and solidifying manufacturing reliability of the control handles.

If you feel your organization has the technical capabilities and would like to be considered for this project, please complete the form below and upload your organization’s technical capabilities statement.

Interested Submissions Due by 9/3/2024.

We encourage participation of Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs), including Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Women’s Business Enterprises (WBEs).