SAM.GOVDue: June 10, 2025 at 03:59 AM UTCIn-ActiveSolicitationSource Url
Summary
The NICELE opportunity, issued by the U.S. Navy's Office of Naval Research, focuses on developing innovative payloads for neutralizing underwater mines and water-borne improvised explosive devices (WBIEDs) in challenging marine environments. This solicitation is particularly relevant for contractors with expertise in advanced technology development, especially those capable of creating solutions that can be deployed by divers or remotely operated vehicles (ROVs). Companies that specialize in defense technology, underwater robotics, or explosive ordnance disposal are encouraged to bid, as the technologies developed may transition into existing military programs aimed at enhancing maritime security.
Description
Neutralization In Challenging Environments Using Lethal Effects (NICELE)
The U.S. Navy’s ExMCM forces confront a wide range of hazardous and explosive threats like underwater mines and Water-borne Improvised Explosive Devices (WBIED)s. ONR seeks to develop payloads that enable ExMCM fo