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--Develop Low Density High Strength Biodegradable COmposites

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The U.S. Army RDECOM Acquisition Center at Natick is seeking to develop a low-density, high-strength biodegradable composite using various natural fibers combined with modified protein adhesives. This effort includes detailed characterization of the composite’s structure, texture, mechanical properties, and thermal expansion behavior. The project is a collaborative research initiative between the Army Natick facility and the Navy, focusing on soy protein-based adhesive technology designed to meet specific standards for gun plug applications. The Government plans to award a single Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order to Kansas State University in Manhattan, KS, recognizing the university’s unique expertise in this specialized area since no other qualified laboratories possess the required capabilities. The contract stipulates delivery of results in the form of reports, with shipping designated as F.O.B. Destination. The procurement falls under the North American Industry Classification System code 541710, with a small business size standard of 500. Questions regarding the synopsis can be addressed to the designated contract specialist at Natick. The solicitation also includes an amendment shortening a previously established timeframe from 45 days to 10 days, indicating an urgency for timely completion of specified tasks within the research project.

General Info

Develop biodegradable composite using soy protein adhesives; fixed-price contract to Kansas State University.

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Department Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg Natick

NAICS

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

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PostedAug 2

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg Natick

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OfficeNATICK, MA, 01760-5011, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg Natick

Office AddressNATICK, MA, 01760-5011, USA

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Full Description

U.S. Army RDECOM Acquisition Center, Natick Contracting Division has a requirement to develop low density high strength biodegradable composite from various natural fibers with modified protein adhesives along with characterizing the structure, textu re, mechanical properties, and thermal expansion behavior of the newly developed biodegradable composite. The Government anticipates awarding one 1 Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order to Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS. This research project is a join t effort between Natick and the Navy as part of an ongoing program for soy protein based-adhesive for low-density composites, which is expected to match the specifications for gun plug. There are no other qualified laboratories that have his expertise and characterization. Delivery in the form of reports shall be F.O.B. Destination. The North American Industry Classification System for this procurement is 541710 and the Small Business Size Standard is 500. Questions concerning this synopsis can be direc ted to Ms. Roberta Boswell, Contract Specialist, at contact@example.gov. See Note 22, which is amended to decrease 45 days to 10 days.