Handheld Standoff Minefield Detection Sys-HST

The Handheld Standoff Minefield Detection System (HSTAMIDS) is a critical procurement initiative within the Army's Other Procurement budget activity. The specific goal of this program is to provide lightweight, self-contained handheld mine detection systems to enhance Soldier Lethality and guarantee maneuverability for individual soldiers. This system, consisting of a Decoupled Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and Metal Detector (MD), aims to increase the probability and speed of detecting buried landmines and IEDs, thereby improving the efficiency and lethality of dismounted operations. The Army Acquisition Objective (AAO) for this program is 19,851 sets, with a focus on enabling soldiers to operate more effectively in challenging environments.

In accordance with Section 1815 of the FY 2008 National Defense Authorization Act (P.L. 110-181), Program 2876R68200 is essential for use by the active and reserve components of the Armed Forces for homeland defense missions, domestic emergency responses, and providing military support to civil authorities. This underscores the program's objective to contribute to national security by equipping military personnel with advanced mine detection capabilities that are crucial for various operational scenarios.