Request for Information - Arresting Cable Release Mechanism (ACRM)
| Location: | Iowa |
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| Posted: | Apr 6, 2026 |
| Due: | May 5, 2026 |
| Agency: | DEPT OF DEFENSE |
| Type of Government: | Federal |
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| Solicitation No: | W519TC-26-R-IA12 |
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- Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Original)
- Original Published Date: Apr 06, 2026 10:04 am CDT
- Original Response Date: May 05, 2026 05:59 pm CDT
- Inactive Policy: 15 days after response date
- Original Inactive Date: May 20, 2026
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Place of Performance:
Middletown , IA 52638USA
The United States (U.S.) Army Contracting Command - Rock Island, Rock Island, IL 61299, is issuing this RFI for the development of an Arresting Cable Release Mechanism (ACRM) capability for the Mine Clearing Line Charge (MICLIC). This RFI is intended to conduct market research to identify potential sources interested in providing information on current and emerging technologies.
The Army is seeking innovative / mature components and / or integrated solutions to support the ACRM development effort. The Army is seeking an innovative, mature, modular, and / or integrated capability to automatically sever / disconnect the arresting cable (3/4 inches nylon rope with two MIL-C-13486-1 electrical wires woven inside) while under tension (approximately 1,000 lbs).
The ACRM Integrated Product Team will review white paper responses to this RFI. This approach enables the Army to identify, analyze, and evaluate innovative, mature, and emerging technologies.
NOTE: See attachment for further details and response instructions.
- ACC ROCK ISLAND BLDG 60 3055 RODMAN AVE
- ROCK ISLAND , IL 61299-0000
- USA
- Danielle Miller
- danielle.d.miller3.civ@army.mil
- Apr 06, 2026 10:04 am CDTSources Sought (Original)
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