Oshkosh says bid supports requirements

OSHKOSH, Wis., Aug. 24 (UPI) -- Oshkosh Defense says its submitted bid for the U.S. Army's Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles competitive rebuy supports a commitment to troop survivability.

Oshkosh submitted its bid for the FMTV program, a multibillion-dollar contract vehicle for a company to produce an estimated 23,000 vehicles and trailers for the Army, as part of an effort to continue addressing Army tactical vehicle requirements.

The Oshkosh bid, which company officials say is competitively priced and a low risk, is an initiative to be responsive to the Army's survivability and operational requirements.

"Oshkosh Defense is renowned as being a premier supplier of tactical and armored wheeled vehicles for the U.S. Army," Andy Hove, Oshkosh Defense president, said in a statement.

"We are committed to being responsive to our customer's needs and building on successful relationships to ensure we provide the best vehicles, support and value for the U.S. Armed Forces, including the FMTV program."