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--USMC Body Armor Demilitarization, Material Salvage and Recycle Initiative

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The U.S. Army RDECOM Acquisition Center, on behalf of the U.S. Marine Corps, issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking industry input on capabilities and methods for recycling and reusing materials found in body armor and related equipment. This effort targets materials such as ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE), para-aramid fibers, and ceramics including silicon carbide, boron carbide, and aluminum oxide. The notice emphasizes that this is solely an information-gathering step, with no solicitation or contract award at this time, aiming instead to inform the development of a future acquisition plan. The government specifically requests details on industry interest, recycling methodologies, and material reutilization practices to support body armor demilitarization, salvage, and recycling initiatives. Respondents are encouraged to provide information voluntarily by March 21, 2007, with the understanding that submissions will not guarantee any contract award or compensation. All proprietary information will be protected according to government regulations. The request falls under NAICS code 562910 (Waste Management and Remediation Services) and related manufacturing and textile sectors. The objective is to better define government requirements and facilitate future procurement actions related to the environmentally responsible disposal and material recovery from body armor components. The point of contact for responses is the project engineer at Natick Soldier Research, Development and Engineering Center.

General Info

U.S. Marine Corps seeks industry input on recycling materials from body armor, no contract awarded.

Agency

Department Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg Natick

NAICS

562910 - Remediation Services

Place of Performance

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PostedFeb 20

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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

20-Feb-07 REQUEST FOR INFORMATION U.S. Army RDECOM Acquisition Center, Natick, MA on behalf of the United States Marine Corps (U.S.M.C.) is seeking information regarding industrys interest, capability, methodology and utilization regarding the recycling and reuse of the following material s used in various types of body armor and equipment as described below. This notice is constitutes a Request for Information only, THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION, no award will be made for this effort at this time. This RFI is issued for the purpose of devel oping a viable solicitation that will best communicate the Government's requirements to industry. Response to this RFI is strictly voluntary and will not affect any corporation's ability to submit an offer when a solicitation is released. There is no bid package or solicitation document associated with this announcement. The requested information is for planning purposes and does not constitute a commitment, implied or otherwise, that a procurement action will be issued. No entitlement to payment by the Government of direct or indirect costs or charges will arise as a result of the submission of contractors' information. The Government shall not be liable for or suffer any consequential damages for any improperly identified proprietary information. Pro prietary information will be safeguarded in accordance with the applicable Government regulations. GENERAL INFORMATION: Body Armor Demilitarization, Material Salvage and Recycle. The purpose of this announcement is to determine industrys interest, capabil ity, methodology and utilization regarding the recycling and reuse of the following materials used in various types of body armor and equipment: ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) (woven and unidirectional films), para-aramid (woven and uni directional films), ceramics such as silicon carbide (SiC), boron carbide (B4C), and aluminum oxide (Al2O3). Some materials are in assembly form and would have to be separated. Relevant NAICS Sectors: 562 Waste Management and Remediation Services, 327 No nmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing, 314 Textile Product Mills. CLASSIFICATION CODE: P-Salvage Services (Preparation and disposal of excess and surplus property). The Government will evaluate submitted information to determine future direction and development of an acquisition plan for required services. Responses amd submission of any information are due NLT 21 MARCH 2007. The Point of Contact (POC) for this effort is Michael Codega, Armor and Equipment Project Engineer, Natick Soldier Research, Development and Engineering Center. Tel: +1 (555) 000-0000, E-mail: Michael.co contact@example.gov. Mailing address for submissions: Attn: M. Codega (D-225), Kansas St., D-225 Natick, MA 01760.