# U.S. Army Seeks CAML-Lite Prototypes

The U.S. Army is seeking industry prototypes for its Common Autonomous Multi-Domain Launcher-Lite (CAML-Lite), an autonomous light missile launcher. Full proposals are due **November 6, 2026 (10 days away)**, with prototype agreements anticipated around December 18, 2026. Selected prototypes must be ready for contractor-operated live-fire demonstrations in Australia in August 2027. Offerors must be U.S. companies cleared to handle SECRET information and provide cost-sharing; proposals with greater corporate investment may receive favorable consideration.

- Companies considering a bid should assess U.S. company eligibility, SECRET-handling clearance, and their ability to contribute cost-sharing before submitting a full proposal.
- The schedule requires a rapid proposal effort followed by prototype development toward the August 2027 demonstration; teams should plan resources against those milestones.
- The Army may include options for one to six additional prototypes for soldier-touchpoint testing, with potential international-partner procurement, creating possible follow-on demand beyond the initial prototypes.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Published:** October 26, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Army (U.S. Army)
- Program Executive Office Missiles and Space (PEO Missiles and Space)
- 25th Infantry Division (25th ID)
- Australian Army

### Sources
- [US Army Seeks Autonomous Light Missile Launcher Prototypes | Israel Defense](https://www.israeldefense.co.il/en/node/72161) - Israel Defense