Request for Information (RFI), Vehicle Integrated Point Enhanced RADIAC (VIPER)
ID: W911SR-25-RFI-VIPERType: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APGABERDEEN PROVING GROU, MD, 21010-5424, USA

NAICS

Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519)

PSC

HAZARD-DETECTING INSTRUMENTS AND APPARATUS (6665)

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https://sam.gov/opp/e099e39e1e3346e4ac64a657f4a9a724/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense (JPEO-CBRND), is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) for the Vehicle Integrated Point Enhanced RADIAC (VIPER) system. This initiative aims to identify industry sources capable of developing and integrating a system that enhances crew safety by providing accurate radiation monitoring for military personnel operating in potentially contaminated environments across various Army ground and aviation platforms. The VIPER system is intended to replace outdated technologies, focusing on real-time data transfer, self-diagnostic capabilities, and compatibility with existing military vehicles, while adhering to military standards for durability and maintenance. Interested parties should contact Kevin Rohe at kevin.t.rohe.civ@army.mil for further details and to participate in this market survey.

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    The Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear Defense (JPEO CBRND) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for the Vehicle Integrated Point Enhanced RADIAC (VIPER) system, aimed at enhancing crew safety against radiological hazards in both ground and aviation military platforms. This RFI solicits input from industry on capabilities to develop systems that provide accurate monitoring of radiation exposure for service members on potentially contaminated battlefields, integrating data to improve operational decisions. VIPER aims to replace outdated systems, focusing on real-time data transfer, self-diagnostic features, and compatibility with existing Army platforms. The design must follow military standards for durability against vibration and electromagnetic interference while allowing for easy maintenance and calibration. Respondents are required to outline their relevant capabilities, proposed technologies, and maintenance plans while adhering to strict limits on power consumption and operational readiness. The RFI invites industry participation and information dissemination while planning for future procurement steps. This document highlights the government's goal to enhance military readiness and protect personnel from radiological threats in evolving combat environments.
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