Bid guide
How to bid on Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) for the DEPT of Defense
What the Army is buying and why it matters
The Department of Defense, specifically the Army, is seeking innovative command and control (C2) software and related capabilities for its Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) program. This initiative aims to modernize the Army's C2 information systems to meet the demands of large-scale combat operations against advanced adversaries.
The Army needs C2 systems that are mobile, intuitive, and survivable. The NGC2 portfolio will provide commanders with better decision-making capabilities through advanced analytics, an integrated data layer, open architecture, and resilient transport. This is a significant opportunity for vendors offering cutting-edge solutions in C2 technology.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO), solicitation W15P7T-25-S-0001, was published on August 17, 2026. The parent opportunity remains open until May 16, 2027, at 11:00 AM ET, or until it is canceled by the U.S. Army.
It is important to note that proposals can only be submitted in response to a specific Request for White Paper (RWP). The most recent Call for Solutions for NGC2 Scalable Software Applications closed on August 6, 2026. Vendors should monitor SAM.gov for future calls for solutions under this CSO.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms specializing in innovative software applications and related capabilities for command and control systems. The Army is looking for solutions that enhance lethality, mobility, and survivability in large-scale combat.
Vendors with expertise in advanced analytics, integrated data layers, open architecture, and robust transport solutions for C2 environments will find this particularly relevant. This is a supplies category opportunity.
How to respond to this solicitation
To respond, you must submit proposals only in response to a Request for White Paper (RWP). The current call for scalable software applications has closed. You should monitor SAM.gov for future calls for solutions.
Access to some materials, including a required Questionnaire, necessitates Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 1 and Joint Certification Program (JCP) credentials. To receive the Questionnaire when a new call opens, you must email [email protected] with your Company Name, CAGE Code, and Primary Point of Contact details. After CMMC verification, you will receive an email from DoD SAFE to download the questionnaire.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When a new Request for White Paper is announced, thoroughly review its specific requirements. Focus on how your proposed solution directly addresses the Army's stated needs for modernizing C2 systems, emphasizing mobility, intuitiveness, and survivability.
Highlight how your solution incorporates advanced analytics, an integrated data layer, open architecture, and robust transport. Clearly articulate the innovative aspects of your technology and how it provides a competitive advantage. Ensure all required certifications, such as CMMC Level 1 and JCP, are in place well in advance of any submission deadlines, as obtaining these can take time.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from DEPT of the Army; the original posting controls.