SAM #70Z02326RFI0005

US Coast Guard Seeks C-UUV Defeat and Mitigation Technologies

The US Coast Guard (Department of Homeland Security, HQ Contract Operations CG-912) is seeking information on technologies to counter threats from Uncrewed Underwater Vehicles (UUVs). - Government Buyer: - Department of Homeland Security - US Coast Guard - HQ Contract Operations (CG-912) - Purpose: - Identify technologies and solutions for defeating or mitigating UUV threats - Focus on systems that neutralize or render UUVs ineffective, not just detect or track them - Enhance maritime security, port security, and protection of critical infrastructure - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the notice - Products/Services Requested: - C-UUV (Counter-Uncrewed Underwater Vehicle) defeat or mitigation systems - No specific products, part numbers, or quantities provided in the notice - Technical requirements referenced in an attached document (not provided) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on advanced defeat/mitigation capabilities beyond current detection and tracking - Solutions should address the full spectrum of UUV-based threats to maritime environments

Description

UUVs are increasingly used in both public and military maritime operations due to their versatility, stealth, and ability to operate in challenging environments. However, the proliferation of UUV technology has introduced new threats to maritime security. Malicious actors can employ UUVs for a range of activities, including intelligence gathering, surveillance, smuggling, sabotage of critical infrastructure, and kinetic strikes. The covert nature and advanced navigation capabilities of modern UUVs make them difficult to detect, track, and mitigate using traditional maritime interdiction tactics. There are effective technologies with the capability to detect and track UUVs, but few tested and fielded defeat/mitigation systems. Defeat technologies are an essential piece in the kill chain, as detection is only the first step to stopping the threat. The development and deployment of effective C-UUV defeat solutions will enhance maritime domain dominance (MDD), port security, and critical infrastructure protection, enabling reliable response actions to neutralize UUV-based threats.

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