Army calls on industry for joint-funding ideas in bid to ‘de-risk’ investments, increase production

The U.S. Army is seeking industry proposals for public-private partnerships under its "Strategic Capital Initiative" to address a $150 billion infrastructure backlog and congressional appropriation caps. The Army aims to "de-risk" private investments by co-backing ventures that can benefit both military and commercial customers, according to Army Chief Operating Officer Dave Fitzgerald. This initiative seeks innovative funding and operating models across six key areas, including energy resilience and advanced manufacturing. The goal is to leverage private sector expertise and resources to achieve national security objectives without sole reliance on appropriated funds. Proposals are due by April 2, with the Army expecting clear paths for co-investment and long-term partnership models.