Individual Water Treatment Device (IWTD) for Reduction/Removal of Toxic Industrial Chemicals and Materialsview on SAM.gov

In Cooperation with Product Manager Soldier Clothing and Individual Equipment (PdM SCIE) and the US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Soldier Center SECTION 1 - Overview 1.1 Background and Introduction The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Soldier Center is conducting a market investigation to identify products and technologies for individual Soldier water purification. This effort focuses on capabilities for the reduction or removal of Toxic Industrial Chemicals (TICs) and Toxic Industrial Materials (TIMs) from any indigenous fresh water sources. This Request for Information (RFI) seeks to identify suppliers of water treatment technologies that meet Buy American Act requirements and can be integrated with current and future equipment, such as the Individual Water Treatment Device (IWTD) and MOLLE Hydration System. Information gathered will be used for planning purposes to address military water purification needs. Respondents are encouraged to submit alternative technical approaches or product solutions that vary from the listed specifications, as long as they meet or exceed the core capability requirement. This is a Sources Sought Announcement for information and planning purposes only. It is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) and does not constitute a commitment by the U.S. Government. 1.2 Project Problem Statement The DEVCOM Soldier Center is interested in products and technologies that meet or have the potential to meet the following key performance parameters for individual water purification. Respondents should provide actual, demonstrated product performance for each parameter, including where performance does not meet specifications listed below: Contaminant Removal: Capable of removing TICs and TIMs to levels mandated by the Defense Health Agency (DCPH-A), as detailed in the attached "Toxic Industrial Chemical/Material Military Exposure Guideline." Compatibility: Compatible with standard military canteens and hydration systems. Physical Specifications: Weight: Not to exceed 12 oz. Size: Low bulk and compact. Operational Life: At least 135 liters. Shelf Life: 5-year storage stability with an 18-month unused service life. Environmental Resilience: System will not degrade in temperatures from -33°C to 52°C. Capable of treating water ranging in temperature from above freezing to 52°C (liquid water up to 52°C). Must not be impacted by freezing and remain functional upon thawing. Fully functional in all operational environments. Performance: Treat-to-Drink Time: Ideally less than 5 minutes (target less than 20 minutes). Flow Rate: Not less than 200 mL/min (if applicable). Water Quality: Processed water must be palatable, similar to commercial bottled water. Ease of use with or without gloved hands. Power: Batteries, if used, must be a commercially available type. Microbiological Mitigation: Ideally meets or exceeds requirements of NSF Protocol P248.01 (optional). SECTION 2 …