A -- Self-Powered Stirring Device

This is a SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE; there is no solicitation available at this time. No response will be provided to requests for a solicitation. THIS SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE IS PUBLISHED FOR MARKET RESEARCH PURPOSES ONLY. The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) seeks potential sources for the development of a Self-Powered Stirring Device capable of creating a homogenous mixture of an additive in a parent fluid of various viscosities and volumes contained within industrial bulk containers (single device for at least 55 gallon drum). The stirring device will be able to fit through a standard bung without venting the parent fluid and create a homogenous mixture within 30 minutes or less. Objective is to develop a single device capable of mixing a wide spectrum of fluids of various viscosities and volumes. Threshold is a suite of devices capable of mixing a wide spectrum of fluids of various viscosities and volumes, with an objective of a single device for all fluids and viscosities. The device (s) must be small, lightweight, easy to use with little training, and self-powered. Performer must provide a working prototype capable of being tested and evaluated in an operational setting within 18-24 months. Sources sought responses shall reflect corporate information and a capability summary reflecting experience related to the above area. Responses are to be limited to no more than five pages. Company information should include qualifications and experience in work of this nature, point of contact, phone number, fax number, e-mail address, CAGE code, DUNS Number, business size, and small business classification (8(a), HUBZone, etc.), if applicable. Any information submitted in response to this Sources Sought Notice is strictly voluntary. This synopsis is for information planning purposes and the Government will not pay or otherwise reimburse respondents for information submitted. Responses shall be submitted no later than 2:00pm EDT on 19 September 2007. Electronic responses are recommended and encouraged, and shall be submitted to Ms. Pat.Denard at [email protected]. All documentation shall become the property of the Government. Unless otherwise stated herein, no additional information is available. Requests for the same will be disregarded. There is no commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation, to make award or awards, or to be responsible for any monies expended by any interested parties in support of any effort in response to this Sources Sought Notice. Information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government to solicit or award a contract.