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Army RS3 Contract Vehicle – Rapid Solution for Defense Procurement

The Army RS3 (Responsive Strategic Sourcing for Services) is a Multiple Award Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) performance-based services contract that enables rapid, compliant, and best-value delivery of C4ISR and mission support solutions across the U.S. Army and Department of Defense.

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PiTech Contract Details

  • Contract Number: W15P7T-19-D-0098
  • Contract Ceiling: $37.4 Billion
  • Base Period of Performance: Oct 18, 2018 – May 14, 2022
  • Option Period:May 15, 2022 – May 14, 2027
  • Official Contract Information : U.S. Army RS3 Program Office

Contract Overview

The RS3 Contract Vehicle serves as a strategic foundation for Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) mission requirements worldwide. It connects government agencies with trusted industry partners like PiTech Solutions for engineering, research, logistics, and training support.
PiTech leverages its C4ISR domain expertise and innovation-first approach to help the Army accelerate mission readiness, enhance decision-making, and maintain operational dominance.

RS3 Task Areas

Under the Army RS3 (Responsive Strategic Sourcing for Services) contract, PiTech Solutions provides support across the full spectrum of authorized Task Areas.
These areas define the scope of work permitted under the RS3 IDIQ and reflect PiTech’s deep capabilities in engineering, logistics, training, research, and program support for C4ISR and mission-critical operations.

Acquisition & Strategic Planning

PiTech supports comprehensive acquisition and planning functions that drive efficient, transparent, and compliant defense procurement.

Sub-Areas :

  • Acquisition Planning
  • Accounting
  • Administrative Support
  • Budget Analysis & Documentation
  • Cost Analysis & Estimating
  • Financial Planning & Audits
  • Human Resources Support
  • Operations Management and Support
  • Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution (PPBE) Process Support
  • Policy and Regulation Development
  • Presentation Support
  • Program/Budget Scheduling and Planning
  • Program Management
  • Public Affairs Support
  • Network Administration
  • Risk Management Support
  • Security Support & Strategic Planning
  • Technical Requirements Development

Engineering

Delivering full-spectrum engineering services that enhance C4ISR readiness, integration, and modernization

Sub-Areas :

  • Advanced Technology Pilots and Trials
  • Augmented/Virtual Reality
  • Baseline (Configuration) Management
  • Cloud Computing
  • Communications Engineering
  • Configuration Management
  • Cyber Security and Information Assurance
  • Data Analytics
  • Data Management
  • Design Documentation and Technical Data
  • Engineering (Full Spectrum of C4ISR Engineering Support)
  • Foreign Military Sales
  • Fielding, Deployment and Sustainment
  • Integration & Interoperability
  • Software Engineering
  • Studies and Analysis
  • System Design
  • Technical Data Management
  • Technology Insertion
  • Test and Evaluation

Education and Training

Providing advanced learning and operational readiness programs that prepare defense personnel for evolving mission demands.

Sub-Areas :

  • Computer System & New Equipment Training
  • Customized Business Training
  • Development of Training Manuals
  • Electronic Training Applications
  • Logistics Training
  • Mobile Training Facilities
  • Personal Computer-Based Training
  • School House Training
  • Software Training
  • System Fielding, Installation, Operation & Maintenance
  • System Overhaul & Repair
  • Systems Engineering Training
  • Training Equipment & Facilities
  • Training Policies/Procedures/Processes
  • Training Simulators & Software
  • Training Studies, Analysis, Assessments and Reviews
  • Training System Deployment
  • Training Techniques
  • Web-Based Training

Logistics

Delivering lifecycle and supply-chain support to ensure mission continuity, equipment readiness, and operational efficiency.

Sub-Areas :

  • Demilitarization and Disposal
  • Demonstrations, Design
  • Depot Maintenance
  • Fielding, Deployment, Sustainment of C4ISR Weapon Systems
  • Fleet Management
  • Life Cycle Sustainment
  • Logistics Management and Support Services
  • Logistics Operations and Maintenance
  • Logistics Optimization
  • Packaging, Marking, Handling, Storage and Shipping Support
  • Reset Readiness
  • Security Support
  • Special Tools and Support Equipment
  • Studies, Analysis, Assessments and Reviews
  • Supply Chain Management and Provisioning
  • Technical Data Management
  • Transportation, Storage and Facilities
  • Warehouse Management and Support
  • Warranty Support
  • Website and Software Development and Support

The RS3 program ensures flexibility, transparency, and best-value delivery for government customers through:

RDT&E (Research, Development, Test & Evaluation)

Advancing next-generation defense capabilities through applied research, prototyping, and experimental technology integration.

Sub-Areas :

  • Advanced Technology Development and Demonstrations
  • Applied Research
  • Breadboard Design and Fabrication
  • Coalition Interoperability and Experimentation
  • Developmental Test Support
  • Drawing and Design
  • Evaluation of Technology Applications
  • Exploratory Research and Experimentation
  • Hardware/Software Development and Demonstrations
  • Human Cognition/Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Laboratory Support and Outfitting
  • Manufacturing Technology Improvements
  • Modeling and Simulation
  • Test Support
  • Prototyping and Fabrication
  • Software Development
  • Studies and Analyses
  • System Integration
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Contract Features

The RS3 program ensures flexibility, transparency, and best-value delivery for government customers through:
  • RS3 Program Office support from pre-award through post-award phases
  • Low administrative service rates for customers
  • Quarterly reviews and PMRs ensuring continuous improvement
  • On-ramping/off-ramping capabilities for adaptive participation
  • No restrictive labour categories – flexibility by customer need
  • Engineering and technical support to develop mission requirements
  • Templates, checklists, and compliance-ready documentation
  • Worldwide C4ISR support under full acquisition regulation compliance

Eligibility

Open to large and small businesses with defense contracting experience.

Procurement Process:

RS3 operates as a task order–based contract giving government customers the agility to issue, compete, and award work quickly — without re-competing full contracts.

PiTech assists throughout the acquisition lifecycle:

Benefits:

  • Accelerate project delivery
  • Simplify contracting
  • Ensure compliance with Army regulations

Compliance & Security

PiTech maintains full compliance with Army Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (AFARS), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) ,and NIST 800-171 standards to ensure every task meets stringent data protection and operational integrity requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Army RS3 contract vehicle?

Army RS3 (Responsive Strategic Sourcing for Services) is an Army-specific IDIQ contract vehicle designed to provide enterprise-wide IT and technical services. It enables Army organizations to quickly procure a broad range of technology services from pre-vetted vendors like PiTech.
Through RS3, Army units can task-order services spanning IT consulting, systems engineering, software development, data analytics, cybersecurity, program management, and cloud services — all aligned to Army modernization priorities.
RS3 provides Army contracting officers with a simplified, compliant path to award task orders without full competition, reducing acquisition lead times significantly while maintaining compliance with federal acquisition regulations.

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