U.S. Army ARDEC, AMSTA-AR-PCW-E, Bldg 10, Picatinny Arsenal, New Jersey 07806-5000

13 -- DISPOSAL OF LIQUID PROPELLANT (LP) XM46 POC Dorothy K. Simpson, Contract Specialist, 201-724-4260, John M. Eilenberger, Contracting Officer, 201-724-5522. The US Army ARDEC is conducting a market survey to determine sources capable of disposal of Liquid Propellant (LP) XM46 (approximately 40,000 kg). LP XM46 is a Class 1.3L high explosive. Its components are an oxidizer (hydroxylamine nitrate (HAN),60 wt%), fuel (triethanolamine nitrate (TEAN),20 wt%), and Water, 20 wt%. LP XM46 is a propellant which was previously under development for use as the propulsion system for the Crusader Field Artillery System. The US Army ARDEC is seeking parties that now possess available technology and required environmental permits or those parties who will be permitted within the next six (6) months for disposal of LP XM46. The disposal must take place in a facility with a RCRA Part B permit which allows for the disposal of LP XM46. Interested parties must provide a copy of the pertinent sections of the permit/application with their response. Experience must be demonstrated in the handling, storage, and disposal of LP XM46 or other nitrate based category 1.3L liquid propellants. The disposal facility must be capable of storing 1.3L high explosive. The method of disposal must be defined in the response. Minimum disposal capacities for the facility should be in the range of 5,000 kg per year. Firms with experience in the areas cited above should provide a summary of their firm's capabilities within 15 days of this publication. Respondents to this notice will not be notified either of receipt or the assessment of the information submitted. This market survey is for information planning purposes only, does not constitute a Request For Proposal (RFP), and is not to be construed as a commitment by the government. (0220)

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