Innovative Operations for Treatment and Processing of Wastewater
ID: A254-016Type: BOTH
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Innovative Operations for Treatment and Processing of Wastewater

Agency

Agency: DODBranch: ARMY

Program

Type: SBIRPhase: BOTH

Topic Link

https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/

Additional Information

https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/
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    The Department of Defense, through the US Army Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM), is seeking innovative solutions for the treatment and processing of wastewater generated from the Ammonium Perchlorate Rocket Motor Destruction (ARMD) operations at the Letterkenny Munitions Center. The primary objective is to enhance operational efficiency by optimizing wastewater processing and reducing the manual handling of solids, while also exploring novel chemical treatment methods to minimize offsite disposal needs. This initiative is critical for improving the environmental impact and cost-effectiveness of the ARMD system, which is essential for the safe disposal of Ammonium Perchlorate-based rocket motors. Interested small businesses must participate in the xTechIgnite prize competition to qualify for a Phase I SBIR proposal, with funding of up to $250,000 available for a six-month feasibility study. The application deadline for proposals is July 9, 2025, with the opportunity opening on June 12, 2025.

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