"The Army on Monday published a sources sought announcement to gather submissions from interested industry and academic partners in the "alternative protein sector," willing to help the branch develop rations that are lighter weight, have a longer shelf life, and could potentially be produced in combat-forward environments."
"According to the announcement, the Army is looking for submissions covering four areas: Technologies for developing alternative proteins, like fermentation and other biomanufacturing methods, meat alternative products for ration inclusion, consumer research seeking to "enhance the acceptability ... of alternative proteins within a military population," and food samples for government taste and performance evaluations."
"As an added element, the Army said that it wants ration products that meet its existing "stringent requirements for nutrition, shelf stability, and palatability," though anyone who has served in the US Army and eaten field rations may have doubts about the military branch's commitment to palatability on its Meal, Ready-to-Eat (MRE)."
The US Army is seeking industry and academic partners to develop alternative-protein ration products for field use. Proposed formats include powders, sauces, gels, and semi-solids. The goal is to create lighter-weight foods with longer shelf life that can be produced in combat-forward environments. The Army requests submissions covering alternative-protein technologies such as fermentation and other biomanufacturing methods, meat alternative products suitable for ration inclusion, consumer research to improve acceptability among military personnel, and food samples for government taste and performance evaluations. Products must meet existing requirements for nutrition, shelf stability, and palatability.
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