Active Ride Control System (ARCS) Technologies Sought for Capability Discovery Event
ID: N00024-25-R-2211Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSEA HQWASHINGTON NAVY YARD, DC, 20376-5000, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/9bda3eaaaffa4259b95a8d83304cb633/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Navy's NAVSEA HQ, is seeking information on technologies for an Active Ride Control System (ARCS) to be demonstrated in support of the Commander, Naval Surface Force Atlantic. The objective of this Request for Information (RFI) is to identify commercial technologies that enhance ride stabilization for U.S. Navy Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats (RIBs), aiming to mitigate risks of injuries and fatalities caused by harsh maritime conditions. This initiative is crucial for improving personnel safety and operational efficiency during naval operations, with the demonstration event scheduled between January and June 2025. Interested vendors must submit applications and quad charts detailing their technologies by November 27, 2024, and can reach out to Michael Goldberg or Joseph Saponaro via their provided emails for further inquiries.

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    Michael Goldberg
    michael.s.goldberg9.civ@us.navy.mil
    Joseph Saponaro
    joseph.f.saponaro.civ@us.navy.mil
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    ARCS RFI 28Oct2024.docx
    The Active Ride Control System (ARCS) Request for Information (RFI) seeks to identify commercial technologies that enhance ride stabilization for U.S. Navy Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats (RIBs) to mitigate risks of injuries and fatalities resulting from harsh maritime conditions. Scheduled for January to June 2025, this demonstration event will assess the readiness of various ARCS technologies aimed at reducing excessive boat dynamics that harm personnel. Interested vendors must submit applications and quad charts detailing their technologies' capabilities by November 27, 2024. The selection criteria will focus on technical relevance, completeness of submissions, and alignment with operational needs. Participants are to deliver and install their systems on Navy RIBs, test the technology, and will be supported by Navy infrastructure throughout the event. This initiative aims to foster collaboration and development of solutions for safe and efficient naval operations, although it explicitly clarifies that this RFI does not constitute a solicitation for contracts or proposals. All submissions must be unclassified and adhere to specified regulations regarding proprietary information.
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