Request for Information for Individual Water Treatment Device for Reduction/Removal of Toxic Industrial Chemicals (TICs) and Toxic Industrial Materials (TIMs) from any indigenous fresh water sources (RFI)
ID: RFI-forIndividualWaterTreatmentDeviceforReduction-RemovalofToxicIndustrialChemicals(TICs)andToxicIndustrialMaterials(TIMs)Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APG NATICKNATICK, MA, 01760-5011, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (54171)

PSC

WATER PURIFICATION EQUIPMENT (4610)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d076662506374bf0beabd23c2cdc430f/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Soldier Center in Natick, Massachusetts, is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to identify suppliers of individual water treatment devices capable of reducing or removing Toxic Industrial Chemicals (TICs) and Toxic Industrial Materials (TIMs) from indigenous fresh water sources for soldier consumption. The desired technologies must meet stringent military requirements, including compatibility with existing military hydration systems, lightweight design (not exceeding 12 ounces), ease of use and maintenance, and the ability to purify at least 135 liters of water while remaining effective in various environmental conditions. This initiative is critical for ensuring the safety and health of soldiers in the field, aligning with military exposure guidelines that mandate a minimum reduction of chemical contaminants by 90% or more. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their capabilities and product information via email to Eric Brack and others by March 8, 2025, with questions due by March 1, 2025. No funding is currently available, and this announcement does not constitute a solicitation for proposals.

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    Toxic Industrial Chemical-Material Military Exposure Guideline.docx
    The document presents exposure guidelines for various toxic industrial chemicals and materials relevant to military applications. It outlines target influent challenge concentrations measured in milligrams per liter (mg/L) for several hazardous substances, including inorganic arsenic, cyanide, mercury, and various volatile organic compounds (VOCs) like benzene and toluene. For each chemical, the document specifies a minimum percent reduction goal, primarily setting targets at ≥ 90% or higher, except for total dissolved solids, which do not have a designated concentration. The guidelines serve to inform government entities and contractors involved in remediation and environmental safety regarding the acceptable levels of toxic exposure, emphasizing stringent reduction measures to minimize health risks. The comprehensive nature of these standards reflects a commitment to ensuring safety in military and related operations, aligning with federal regulations and local compliance requirements.
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