Request for Information - Arresting Cable Release Mechanism (ACRM) W519TC-26-R-IA12
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AI-generated · Apr 07, 2026Identify potential sources for an Arresting Cable Release Mechanism (ACRM) to support the Mine Clearing Line Charge (MICLIC). Seek an automatic system capable of severing/disconnecting the arresting cable—3/4 inch nylon rope with two MIL-C-13486-1 electrical wires woven inside—while the line remains under approximately 1,000 pounds of tension. Interested parties should propose innovative, mature, modular, and/or integrated components or solutions to aid ACRM development.
This is a market research effort (Sources Sought) to gather white paper responses on current and emerging technologies. The Army’s ACRM Integrated Product Team will review submissions to identify viable approaches. See the attached details and response instructions.
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.
From Sources Sought posted on Apr 06, 2026Notice history
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