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Wednesday, October 23rd, 2013

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DNDO Seeks Info on Human Portable Tripwire The Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for human-portable spectroscopic radiological and nuclear detection and identification systems in support of the Human Portable Tripwire program. The agency is interested in systems for use on land and in the maritime environment. DNDO will host a teleconference on Nov. 14. The dial-in information will be provided to responders of the RFI. Sol. No. HSHQDC-14-R-00001. Respond by Nov. 7. Contact:…

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