SOURCES SOUGHT FOR ULTRA-LIGHTWEIGHT PUMP The fuel handling research and development team of the Tank-Automotive and armaments command is interested in developing a ultra-lightweight 350 gallon per minute (GPM) at 275 total head, engine-driven, self-priming, pumping assembly. The pumping assembly being developed will not exceed the four person Carry requirement of 14 7 pounds. The pump and engine may be separate modules to meet this requirement. The engine shall operate using jp-8 or Diesel fuel. The steady-state noise produced by the pumping assembly will not exceed 85 DB(A) at 39 inches from the basic envelope of the unit. The pumping assembly will perform in any ambient temperature of +130 to -25 F. The pumping assembly will not be damaged by storage in any ambient temperature from +160 to -65 F. The inlet (suction) and outlet (discharge) ports shall be 4-INCH quick disconnect, cam-lock couplings. The contractor must have recent acceptable, demonstrable experience in the field discussed. Firms having interest, capability and appropriate background are invited to submit developmental capability, qualifications and experience. Responses to this synopsis should include sufficient information for a determination of the ability to perform the required task as listed above, as part of the qualification package. After statements of capability have been screened a solicitation may be issued to those prospective sources who, in the sole judgement of the procuring activity, have the best potential of successfully fulfilling the governments requirements. Respondents to this synopsis will not be notified of the results of the evaluation of information submitted. Responses to this synopsis shall be provided NLT 35 days from the date of publishing to US Army Tank-Automotive and armaments command, Attn: AMSTA-TR-R/21 (Mr. Andrew schutt), Warren, MI 48397-5000. This synopsis is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for BIDS or proposals and is not to be construed as a commitment by the government. All information will be supplied at not cost to the government. Proprietary information will be protected. See NOTE: N/A. All responsible sources may submit an offer which will be considered.

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