Army wants unmanned ground vehicle for ‘last tactical mile’

The Army is seeking an autonomous, unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) to supply frontline troops and evacuate wounded personnel across "the last tactical mile" of the battlefield. This UGV, requested via a commercial solutions opening contracting pathway, must support a dismounted rifle platoon or company headquarters. Its primary functions are to transport cargo and evacuate at least two casualties without exacerbating injuries. This initiative addresses the challenges of persistent enemy surveillance and lethal effects on the modern battlefield, which make resupply and casualty evacuation highly vulnerable. Industry responses to the UGV notice are due April 28.