The US Department of Defense is partnering with industry and academia on an initiative to demonstrate a warehouse inventory management system that can comply with current cybersecurity requirements and increase the communication and visibility of current inventory. The goal is to enable such capabilities as increasing production and efficiency, reducing downtime, maintaining security requirements, and improving a facility’s maintenance and sustainment capabilities. Specific objectives for the system are:

  • Inventory management: Tracks the movement and storage of inventory within the warehouse. This includes receiving goods, locating them within the warehouse, and managing stock levels.
  • Order fulfillment: Manages the picking, packing, and shipping of orders. It optimizes the picking process to minimize errors and reduce the time taken to fulfill orders.
  • Storage optimization: Determines the most efficient storage locations for different types of products based on factors like size, weight, demand, and shelf life.
  • Real-time visibility: Provides real-time data on inventory levels, location of products, and the status of orders. This visibility helps in making informed decisions and responding quickly to changes in demand or supply.
  • Reporting and analytics: Generates reports and analytics on warehouse performance, including metrics like order fulfillment rates, inventory turnover, and space utilization.
  • Integration with other systems: Often integrates with other business systems like Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software, transportation management systems, and supply chain management systems for seamless data flow and process coordination.

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 2/5/25.

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