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title: "DetectaChem Awarded Navy Next Gen Handheld Explosive Detector Contract"
description: "CBRNe World provides those tasked with defending against CBRN and IED threats with the essential practical, scientific and political information. Access the current and previous issues of the magazine by registering as a member."
url: "https://cbrneworld.com/news/subscribers/detectachem-awarded-navy-next-gen-handheld-explosive-detector-contract"
date: "2026-07-30T21:08:45+00:00"
language: "en-GB"
---

#  DetectaChem Awarded Navy Next Gen Handheld Explosive Detector Contract

 Written by Detectachem on 02 July 2018.

The SEEKERe EDK represents the cutting edge in portable, ruggedized, battle-ready detection with simple, video-guided operation, MIL-STD-810G certification and an IP66 rating. Patented automated colorimetrics provide accurate trace detection for nitroaromatics, nitramines, nitrate esters, HMEs, inorganic nitrates, peroxides, chlorates and derivatives in a single test. SEEKERe MDK (Multi Detection Kit) and SEEKERe DDK (Drug Detection Kit) add trace drug detection capabilities for fentanyl analogues, heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine, THC, synthetics and more.

The $10M sole source IDIQ contract will supply and maintain an estimated 498 SEEKERe EDK units deployed globally. Following rigorous and extensive validation testing by the Explosive Detection Equipment (EDE) Program at Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division (NSWC IHEODTD), the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (OPNAV) selected the SEEKERe EDK as the Navy's sole next generation Hand Held Explosive Detector (HHED). The testing was jointly funded by the Physical Security Equipment Action Group (PSEAG) and the Joint Improvised-Threat Defeat Organization (JIDO) and met the requirements of the Fleet Forces Command (FFC).

DetectaChem takes supreme pride in delivering and supporting the next generation of handheld detection tools for the brave men and women of the U.S. Navy.

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