Request for Information (RFI) - Maritime Underwater Threat Attachable Neutralizer (MUTAN)
ID: N0017424SN0004Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNSWC INDIAN HEAD DIVISIONINDIAN HEAD, MD, 20640-1533, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/d5f4f3a1fade442ca0c72b62eddac1bd/view
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    Request for Information (RFI) - Maritime Underwater Threat Attachable Neutralizer (MUTAN): The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy's Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division, is seeking a commercially available Maritime Underwater Threat Attachable Neutralizer (MUTAN) system. This system includes a mechanical attachment system, a disruptor tool, and an initiation device. The MUTAN system will be integrated onto various remotely operated vehicle (ROV) platforms for remote emplacement. The MUTAN system is intended to attach to and neutralize a wide range of target materials and threats in various maritime environments. The U.S. Government is requesting information on mature MUTAN systems that are commercially available. Interested vendors are encouraged to provide detailed information on their MUTAN system capabilities and performance, including specifications, technology used, performance characteristics, cost, limitations, hazards, special requirements, and any special features or capabilities. Submissions are due by November 17, 2023, and should be sent electronically to Trenton Spencer, Matt Zalesak, and Brit Miles.

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