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Homeland Security

DoD Seeks Info on Joint Contaminated Surface Detector

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Wednesday, June 25th, 2008

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The Defense Department is requesting information and seeking sources for a Joint Contaminated Surface Detector (JCSD) to enter a System Development and Demonstration phase with potential for production options. The JCSD will detect and identify ground deposition of liquid and solid chemical warfare agents, non-traditional agents, and toxic industrial chemicals while on the move. The JCSD will be integrated into Nuclear, Biological and Chemical Reconnaissance Platforms, specifically variants of the Stryker and Light Armored Vehicle. Sol. No. W911SR-08-R-0039. Respond by…

Congress

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Congress

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Space

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