KATADYN MANUAL REVERSE OSMOSIS DESALINATOR

AI Summary

The Department of Defense is seeking a manual reverse osmosis desalination device for military survival kits. The device must produce potable water from seawater, operate manually, and meet specific military standards for durability and certification. It should fit within a compact footprint and withstand harsh conditions. This opportunity is categorized as a Source Sought notice.

Contract details

Solicitation No.: PANNGB-26-P0000-032980
Notice Type: Sources Sought
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Posted Date: June 16, 2026
Response Deadline: June 23, 2026
NAICS Code: 423910 AI guide
PSC / Class Code: 4610
Issuing Office: W7NW USPFO ACTIVITY ORANG 142
Sub-Agency: DEPT OF THE ARMY
Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE
Primary Contact: Karla Crapser
City: PORTLAND
State: OR
ZIP Code: 97218-2797
AI Product/Service: product

Description

These devices are compact and lightweight intended to be packed in a survival Kit.
The reverse osmosis device must be able to fit into the inner container rucksack of the ACES II survival kit with the dimensions 2.5” Tall (Flat) x 16.5” Long x 12” Wide. The device must also be able to convert 11.5 – 15.5 cups of salt water into potable water per day. This item must also meet the requirements listed in Technical Order 14S1-3-51 table 7-10 as an optional component.

Features Required:• Produce at least 1 liter/hour of potable water from seawater • Operate manually, requiring no external power • Be approved for survival raft use (e.g., FAA, NSN assignment) • Withstand saltwater immersion, high pressure, and rough handling • Fit within a compact kit footprint • Require minimal maintenance and survive storage in harsh environments
These requirements are military-unique due to regulatory certification for use in aviation/maritime survival kits. Commercial camping filters and consumer desalination systems do not meet Reverse Osmosis (RO) capacity, durability, or certification requirements. Long lead items include the patented RO membranes and specialized seals.

Key dates

June 16, 2026Posted Date
June 23, 2026Proposals / Responses Due

AI search tags

desalination equipment survival gear water purification military equipment reverse osmosis

Frequently asked questions

KATADYN MANUAL REVERSE OSMOSIS DESALINATOR is a federal acquisition solicitation issued by DEPT OF DEFENSE. Review the full description, attachments, and submission requirements on SamSearch before the response deadline.