The Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station (CROWS) Far Target Locator (C-FTL)
ID: W15QKN24X12USType: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-PICAPICATINNY ARSENAL, NJ, 07806-5000, USA

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Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

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ASSEMBLIES INTERCHANGEABLE BETWEEN WEAPONS IN TWO OR MORE CLASSES (1090)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Contracting Command – New Jersey, is seeking information from organizations capable of providing an Inertial Navigation System (INS) for integration with the Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station (CROWS) Far Target Locator (C-FTL). The procurement aims to identify mature INS technologies that require minimal modifications for compatibility, with specific performance criteria including a pointing accuracy of less than 5 mils, operational capabilities in GPS-denied environments, and compliance with military standards for environmental ruggedization. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the operational effectiveness of remote weapon systems, ensuring reliability under extreme conditions. Interested parties must submit their capabilities and qualifications by February 3, 2025, to the designated contacts, Angelica Merino and Renee Papadopoulos, via email, as this is a request for information only and not a formal solicitation.

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