Active Solicitation · DEPT OF DEFENSE

    REQUEST FOR INFORMATION - ARRESTING CABLE RELEASE MECHANISM (ACRM)

    Sol. W519TC-26-R-IA12Sources SoughtROCK ISLAND, IL
    Open · 12d remaining
    DAYS TO CLOSE
    12
    closes May 5, 2026
    POSTED
    Apr 6, 2026
    Publication date
    NAICS CODE
    334511
    Primary industry classification
    PSC CODE
    Product & service classification

    AI Summary

    The U.S. Army is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources for developing an Arresting Cable Release Mechanism (ACRM) for the Mine Clearing Line Charge (MICLIC). The Army seeks innovative and mature solutions capable of severing a nylon rope under tension. Responses will be reviewed by the ACRM Integrated Product Team to evaluate emerging technologies.

    Contract details

    Solicitation No.
    W519TC-26-R-IA12
    Notice Type
    Sources Sought
    Posted Date
    April 6, 2026
    Response Deadline
    May 5, 2026
    NAICS Code
    334511AI guide
    Issuing Office
    W6QK ACC-RI
    Primary Contact
    Danielle Miller
    State
    IL
    ZIP Code
    61299-0000
    AI Product/Service
    both

    Description

    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. 

    Key dates

    1. April 6, 2026Posted Date
    2. May 5, 2026Proposals / Responses Due

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