Next Generation Munitions Loaders - Industry Input

The USAF is seeking feedback as it relates to Next Generation Munitions Loaders. USAF has identified the following over the recent months to affect its requirements for Next Generation Munitions Loaders. The USAF needs to shift focus from a 3k lbs loader to a 4k loader. The USAF still retains the need for a 7k lbs loader. The USAF is highly interested in modular power solutions to provide capability to easily switch between battery power, hybrid power, and/or fuel power.

Jump Off Questions: What experience does your company have with various power solutions (i.e. battery, modular, fuel)? What experience does your company have developing lifting devices which are not traditionally structured like a standard forklift? What experience does your company have providing rapid engineering solutions? What is your company’s manufacturing capacity? The USAF is seeking feedback in the form of virtual short sessions. The USAF is seeking to hold them shortly after 6 May 2024. Please email robert.rollins.2@us.af.mil to register with preferred dates and times (Please makes requests in Eastern Time Zone, Robins AFB GA) no later than April 26th.