Integrated Demonstrational Biosynthetic Process to Produce Nutrition at the Point-of-Need (PON)
ID: W911QY-25-BIOMFGType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology) (541714)

PSC

NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE - MILITARY; APPLIED RESEARCH (AC12)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/804d18d67e4f40f7a366003cdf40b06a/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Contracting Command in Natick, Massachusetts, is seeking proposals for the development of an Integrated Demonstrational Biosynthetic Process to Produce Nutrition at the Point-of-Need (PON). The objective is to create an automated biomanufacturing technology capable of producing nutritionally tailored rations in military operating environments, utilizing local resources such as air, water, and minerals while ensuring compliance with food safety standards. This initiative is critical for enhancing military sustenance capabilities under challenging conditions, ultimately improving the nutritional support available to personnel during extended missions. Interested parties must submit pre-proposals by January 13, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Peter Lavigne at peter.g.lavigne.civ@army.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Peter Lavigne
    peter.g.lavigne.civ@army.mil
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    MSTP Demo of PONN_Industry_Day_Agenda.pdf
    The U.S. Army Contracting Command is hosting an Industry Day for the "Integrated Demonstrational Biosynthetic Process to Produce Nutrition at the Point-of-Need" aimed at developing biotechnology for producing nutritionally tailored rations in contested environments. The event scheduled for January 31, 2025, will cover the technology's overview, clarifying project expectations and submission procedures. The government seeks a biotechnology integrator to create a scalable biomanufacturing system using local resources (air, water, minerals) and focused on efficiency, safety, and modularity. Key performance requirements include compliance with stringent food safety standards, automated systems for ease of use, rapid field deployment capabilities, and optimizing nutritional product outputs. Proposals will be evaluated based on technical quality and pricing on the best terms presented. Potential opportunity for contract adjustments and vendor incorporation is also outlined, emphasizing the necessity for adherence to OSHA and HACCP compliance throughout the project's development. This initiative reflects a strategic emphasis on enhancing military sustenance capabilities under challenging operating conditions while maintaining operational efficiency and safety.
    Overview MSTP Demo of PONN - RFPP Industry Day - 20 DEC 2024.pdf
    The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center is advancing the Manufacturing Science & Technology Program (MSTP) to demonstrate the production of nutritionally tailored rations at the point-of-need using breakthrough biotechnology. This initiative, funded by the Office of Under Secretary of Defense for Research & Engineering, involves partnerships with agencies like DARPA and BioMADE to enhance logistical resilience, reduce warfighter load, and improve food safety and performance in diverse operational environments. Key technologies include DARPA's Cornucopia and ReSource programs aimed at producing food from air, water, and waste materials, ultimately facilitating mobile biomanufacturing. Additionally, the program addresses military-specific constraints like shelf-life, taste preferences, and waste disposal. Collaborative agreements and future solicitations are planned to support ongoing technology development and integration into military foodservice systems, ensuring that the needs for nutrition during field operations are met effectively and efficiently. The anticipated outcomes include enhanced combat feeding capabilities that adapt to varied conditions, benefiting military personnel and supporting extended missions.
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