BAA Number FA8051-24-S-0001/CALL #3 PFAS Destruction
ID: FA805124S0001-CALL-3Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8051 772 ESS PKDTYNDALL AFB, FL, 32403-5322, USA

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Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY R&D SERVICES; GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY; BASIC RESEARCH (AJ11)

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https://sam.gov/opp/b07585c789cf4031a8937131f3767b93/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Air Force, is soliciting proposals under Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) FA8051-24-S-0001 for Call #3 focused on the destruction of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS). The objective is to develop economically viable and environmentally safe technologies for processing PFAS-containing materials, with an emphasis on high-efficiency systems and low operational costs. This initiative is critical for addressing hazardous environmental contaminants and advancing technological solutions for the U.S. Air Force's operational readiness. The total funding available for this opportunity is approximately $49 million, with $36 million remaining for awards, and white paper submissions are due by April 21, 2025. Interested parties can direct inquiries to Toby L. Carnes at toby.carnes.1@us.af.mil or Nikita Chandiramani at nikita.chandiramani@us.af.mil.

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    FA8051-24-S-0001 Call 3 - PFAS Destruction 772 4 Mar 25.pdf
    The Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) FA8051-24-S-0001 from the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) focuses on research and development of advanced technologies for the destruction of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS). The mission of AFCEC’s Readiness Directorate is to support U.S. Air Force operations with technical solutions for emergency management and operational readiness. This BAA aims to solicit proposals for economically viable and environmentally safe methods for processing PFAS-containing inputs into products that meet regulatory standards. Specifically, highlighted research areas include mobile and static systems for PFAS destruction, high efficiency systems, and low operational costs. The BAA has a funding ceiling of approximately $49 million, with $36 million remaining for awards. Proposals will be evaluated based on scientific merit, related experience, feasibility of the proposed solution, cost realism, and risk assessment. Notably, white paper submissions are due by April 21, 2025, with an estimated award date of September 5, 2025. Contact details for submission and inquiries are provided, emphasizing the need to follow specified protocols for any proposals. This initiative underscores the government’s commitment to addressing hazardous environmental contaminants effectively while advancing technological innovation.
    White Paper Questions and Responses Call-3 PFAS Destruction 9Apr25.pdf
    The Department of the Air Force has released a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) Call #3 focused on the destruction of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) through contractor submissions. The document outlines responses to contractor inquiries regarding the submission process for white papers. Key points addressed include the preferred high-throughput technologies for PFAS treatment, the lack of size restrictions for filtration equipment, and the availability of utilities at the treatment site. The Air Force is open to proposals addressing both solid and liquid-phase PFAS treatment and has confirmed interest in gas-phase PFAS destruction technologies. The BAA aims to advance mature solutions for PFAS destruction rather than fundamental research. Clear procedures for proposal submission, evaluation criteria including proposal risk assessment, and the request for a general use case system rather than specific project proposals are emphasized. Notably, there are exclusions on nanotechnology and biotechnology-based methodologies. The overview reflects the government’s commitment to finding viable, scalable methods for PFAS treatment while inviting a diverse range of industry-led innovations in environmental remediation.
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