Contracts

METSS has been conducting R&D for the US Government since 1994. The diversity and expertise of our staff is reflected in our contract awards.

Recent Awards

METSS Develops Novel On-site Decontamination Technology for Ebola

METSS completed a Phase II SBIR project for the EPA to develop a safe, robust, rapid, and effective chlorine dioxide (ClO2) gas dispersion system to be used for on-site room decontamination in hospital and non-hospital settings. This technology will meet the demands of the health care market to decontaminate porous materials and sensitive equipment in rooms or vehicles used for patient care or transport. The ability to decontaminate a room containing porous materials and sensitive equipment on-site and in a non-destructive manner would be invaluable to the health care industry and meet a critical need for low-cost, simple solutions to decontaminate non-medical spaces as well. METSS demonstrated the feasibility of a novel ClO2 gas dispersion system to achieve >6 log inactivation levels of virus and bacterial spores at full scale. (EPA 68HERC-20-C-0005)

Compact Sensor for Non-Destructive Propellant Mechanical Property Evaluation

Many rocket motors are powered by solid rocket propellants comprised of energetic substances, stabilizers, catalysts, plasticizers, etc., bound in a polymeric matrix. Over time and, depending on the environmental conditions experienced by the motor (temperature, humidity, etc.), the elastomeric material matrix degrade and becomes prone to cracking, delamination, and other modes of failure that can be triggered by typical means of transport, storage/stowage, and operational events. There is a need to inspect solid rocket propellants quickly and efficiently for signs of mechanical degradation before these modes of failures occur. METSS is addressing this challenging using a novel ultrasonic sensor and neural networks models which have demonstrated a strong correlation between sensor response and mechanical properties of aged materials. (Navy N68335-23-C-0122)

Collapsible and Protective Portable Canine Shelter

Military Working Dogs (MWDs) are a critical part of modern defense strategy, yet there are very few pieces of protective equipment designed specifically for dogs. In a chemical/biological (CB) threat environment. There is a need for transportable MWD shelters that provide the same level of protection as warfighter PPE, including filtered air supply and other features to ensure the health and safety of the animal. The goal of this project is to create a portable CB-protective shelter for MWDs that can be carried by one person, deployed in the same timeframe required for a human warfighter to don CB PPE, and meet a panel of other specifications that ensure the MWD’s health and safety. (Army W911NF-23-P-0010)

Critical Supply Chain Production of Energic Materials and Associated Precursors

Disruptions to supply chains due to COVID-19 has been severe and, for many businesses, has highlighted the fragility of their supply chains. Disruptions to manufacturers, materials suppliers, and transportation have taken a major toll on production operations worldwide. These issues have been compounded by significant changes in the labor due to changes in work habits due to COVID and/or an aging labor pool. The DoD has been dealing with these same issues, as well as number of other factors that have slowly eroded the defense industrial supply base over the past decades. To this end, the objective of this efforts is to fill critical defense acquisition needs related to the supply and production of energetic metal nitrate materials based on domestic materials and manufacturing capability. (DLA SP4701-22-P-0054)

Advanced Lightweight Composite Structures for Ground Vehicle Systems

Military trailers serve in a critical support capacity by transporting equipment and supplies from rear storage and staging areas to their point of use in the field. The decking on current trailer systems is made of East-Asian Apitong, a natural hardwood produced from foreign sources that is becoming increasingly scarce. The reduction in supply has caused a corresponding increase in price, which adds to the life-cycle cost of the trailers. The Army is seeking alternative decking materials to serve as a direct replacement to Apitong. METSS is addressing this need by combining advanced polymer compositions and physical designs with processing methods developed to manufacture plastic lumber using conventional, high-throughput, melt-extrusion processes. (Army W56HZV-23-9-F001, Sub)

Non-PFAS Elastomeric Chemical Barrier Materials

Chemical, Biological, Radioactive, and Nuclear (CBRN) protective items are typically comprised of an elastomeric element to impart barrier properties, while allowing a range of movement and flexibility to the person wearing the wearing them. The elastomers used in protective equipment are typically fluoropolymer-based materials to provide against chemical warfare agents (CWAs) and toxic industrial chemicals. Fluoropolymers are in a class of chemicals called per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which the governmental is trying to eliminate due to environmental and health concerns. METSS is addressing this need by developing novel, non-PFAS elastomeric barrier materials that provide protection against liquid and vapor chemical threats while maintaining flexibility and durability. The new materials will be compatible with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1994 Class 1 standard. (Army W911QY-23-P-0038)

Improved Towed Array Acoustic Hose

The objective of this project is to develop improved acoustic hoses for the U.S. Navy TB-34A, TB-37A, and TB-29C towed array systems. Acoustic hoses are manufactured using an extrusion process using thermoplastic polyurethanes (TPUs) with a variety of reinforcement cords. Current hoses exhibit unreliable life cycle as they are vulnerable to creep, water saturated Isopar, and physical damage (i.e., cuts and abrasion). Improved acoustic hoses need to demonstrate superior physical properties, as well as exceptional mechanical properties to maintain the U.S. Navy’s submarine and combatant ship state-of-readiness. METSS is developing new materials that are more resistant to cuts, abrasion, and wear, and maintain mechanical performance after prolonged exposures to seawater and Isopar. (Navy N68335-22-C-0633)

Critical Supply Chain Production of Loop Clamps

The DLA would like to broaden the base manufacturers that are qualified sources of NSN: 5340-01-504-4221 Clamp, Loop. Increasing the supply base will improve product availability, provide competition to reduce lead times and cost, and motivate suppliers to address lifecycle performance issues. These loop clamps provide vibration dampening support and restraint for cables, conduit, pipes, hoses, tubes, and pneumatic and hydraulic lines. As METSS addresses this specific need, METSS is also developing and improved loop clamp cushion material that will increase service life and reduce O&M costs. The new material will qualify under MIL-DTL-85052B/1C, which will make it applicable to a much larger population of defense critical parts. (DLA SP4701-22-P-0091)

Contract Awards

- post 2020

W56HZV-23-9-F001 (Sub), Advanced Lightweight Composite Structures for Ground Vehicle Systems
N68335-23-C-0122, Compact Sensor for Non-Destructive Propellant Mechanical Property Evaluation
W911QY-23-P-0038, Non-PFAS Elastomeric Chemical Barrier Materials
W911NF-23-P-0010, Collapsible and Protective Portable Canine Shelter
N68335-22-C-0633, Improved Towed Array Acoustic Hose
SP4701-22-P-0054, Critical Supply Chain Production of Energic Materials and Associated Precursors
SP4701-22-P-0091, Loop Clamps
SP4701-22-C-0079, Lubricating Oil Study
FA8650-22-F-6302, Vapor Purge and Chemical Agent Persistence in Aircraft
FA8650-22-D-6295 (IDIQ), Aircraft and Sensitive Equipment CBRN Survivability Capability Development and Transition
N68335-21-F-0174, Propellant Material Additives for Electrical Ignition Application
SP4701-21-P-0078, Lubricating Oil Study
W56HZV-21-C-0012, Engineered Synthetic Replacement for Army Heavy Transport Trailer Wooden Decking and Flooring
FA8650-21-C-6282 (IDIQ), Aircraft Decontamination Methods
N68335-21-G-0015, Propellant Material Additives for Electrical Ignition Application
FA8051-20-C-0011, Fast-setting, High-strength Material for Expedient Pavement Repair
M67854-20-P-6621, Lightweight Run-flat Tire/Wheel Assemblies for Marine Corps Wheeled Vehicles
M67854-20-P-6612, Mobile Recycling Facility - Expeditionary (MRF-X)
68HERC-20-C-0005, Decontamination of Category A Viruses on Porous Surfaces and Sensitive Equipment
FA9300-20-P-1001, Diaphragm Material Optimization for Monopropulsion Systems for Spacecraft
W911NF-20-P-0016, On-Site Treatment of Contaminated Equipment

- pre 2020

N68335-19-C-0746, Durable Foreign Object Debris (FOD) Screens for Air Cushion Vehicles
N68335-19-C-0504, Surface Ship Fat Line Towed Array Cut-Resistant Vibration Isolation Module
FA8650-19-D-6933, Research, Development, Testing, and Evaluation (RDT&E) of Methods and Technologies to Mitigate Chemical and Biological Threat Hazards
N68335-18-C-0451, Surface Ship Fat Line Towed Array Cut-Resistant Vibration Isolation Module
W15QKN-19-P-0006, Innovative Marking Technology for Hand Grenades
FA9101-19-C-0076, Chilled Brine Separation
FA8650-18-C-5019, Improved Non-Damaging Method of Removing Powder Coating System
FA8222-18-P-0022, Quick and Reliable Hydrogen Embrittlement Testing
FA9101-18-P-0009, Chilled Brine Separation
N00174-18-C-0024, Propellant Material Additives for Electrical Ignition Application
N68335-18-C-0279 (Sub), Polyurethane encapsulants for overmolding underwater cable-connector assemblies
N68335-18-C-0749, Explosion Suppression Material for Aircraft Fuel Tanks
68HE0D18C0016, Replacement for PE and PVC Water Pipes
68HE0D18C0010, Decontamination of Category A Viruses on Porous Surfaces and Sensitive Equipment
M67854-17-C-6508, High Voltage Antenna protection for Hand-held and Man-pack Radios
FA8051-17-C-0008, Fast-Setting, High-Strength Material for Expedient Pavement Repair
N00178-17-C-2008, Synthetic External Hydraulic Fluid (2075-S) for Submarine Applications
FA8650-17-P-5052, Improved Non-Damaging Method of Removing Powder Coating System
M67854-16-C-6517, High Voltage Antenna Protection for Hand-held and Man-pack Radios
W911QY-16-P-0275, Contaminated Materiel Transfer Case
FA8051-16-P-0012, Fast Setting, High-strength Material for Expedient Pavement Repair
FA8650-16-M-5037, Direct Measurement of Bondline Temperature During Composite Repair/Fabrication
W91CRB-16-C-0037, Room Temperature Ballistic Testing Backing Material
N00024-16-C-4538, Fat Line Tow Cable
W91CRB-15-C-0006, Room Temperature Ballistic Testing Backing Material
FA8222-15-C-0002, Substitute for Methylene Chloride in Depaint Operations at Hill AFB
M67854-15-C-6539, Lightweight Vehicle Exhaust System for Amphibious Vehicles
N00024-14-C-4083, Reactant Storage for a UUV Power System
N68335-14-C-0002, Integral Fuel Tank Self-Sealing Protection
N00024-14-P-4552, In-line Testing of Fuel & Lube Oil
FA8650-13-D-6405, Research, Development, Testing, Analysis, and Assessment of USAF Counterproliferation Efforts
FA8650-13-D-6405-0001, Preparation for JSF CB-06 Live Fire Test and Evaluation
FA8650-13-D-6405-0002, Joint Biological Agent Decontamination System (JBADS) JCTD
FA8650-13-D-6405-0003, Chemical Embrittlement Effect to Aircraft Hazards (CHEETAH)
FA8650-13-D-6405-0004, Chemical and Biological Warfare Defense Modeling, Simulation, Analysis Research and Analytic Tool Development
FA8650-13-D-6405-0005, Evaluation of Methods to Mitigate Environmental Hazards Associated with Aircraft Sustainment
W911QY-13-P-0003, Improved Solar Shade (ISS) with Enhanced Durability and Performance
N68335-13-C-0040, Advanced Vacuum Bagging Technologies
M67854-13-C-0221, Modular Lightweight External Fuel Tank System
FA8650-13M-5062, Cold Temperature Hydraulic Seals for Aerospace Hydraulic Systems
W911W6-12-2-0005 (Sub), UH-60M Fuel Bladders for Combat Tempered Platform Demonstration
W911W6-12-C-0023, Lightweight, Self-Sealing Technologies for Next Generation Fuel Containment
FA8222-12-C-0012, Chemical Treatment to Improve Industrial Wastewater Treatment Process
N00014-12-C-0615, Fuel/Oxidizer Delivery System for UUVs
W91CRB-11-D-0013 (Sub), Reactive Head Protection (RHP) System
W911QY-11-P-0290, Individual Soldier Active Flame Suppression/Avoidance/Barrier System for Head/Face Protection
N00014-11-M-0339, Mitigation of Fuel Tank Explosions and Fires from lED Blasts
FA9451-11-C-0146, Advanced Dielectric Insulation Techniques for High Voltage Pulsed Power Systems
N68335-11-C-0455, Advanced Vacuum Bagging Technologies
N00014-11-M-0472 , Bladder Fuel/Oxidizer Delivery System for Underwater Vehicles (UUVs) and Weapons Applications
FA8650-10-M-5102, Fluids for Dielectric Switch Applications
W911QX-10-C-0058, Extraction of CO2 and Conversion to Liquid Hydrocarbon Fuel
N68335-10-C-0520, Rain Repellency for Shipboard Aircraft Transparency

- pre 2010

N68335-09-C-0262, Elimination of Carbon Monoxide from OBOGS
M67854-09-C-6533, Hollow Fiber Freeze Thaw Filter
FA8650-09-M-2967, Anti-Coking Additive for Ester-Based Aerospace Gas Turbine Engine Oils
FA9201-09-C-0150, High Activation Temperature Intumescent Material for Aircraft Engine Nacelle
N00024-09-C-4149, Low Permeability Coating for Nitrile Rubber
N68335-09-C-0041, Very Rapid Cure Capable Resin and Optimization for
Pre-Preg Process Development of Barrier or Isolation Ply Materials
FA8650-08-C-6872, Sequencing of Multiple Chemical/Biological Aircraft Decontamination Agents
FA8650-08-C-5034, Nanofluids for Heat Transfer Enhancement in Aircraft Systems
W911SR-07-C-0092, Joint Material and Decontamination System (JMDS)
N65538-08-M-0076, Diver Safe Grease
N65538-08-M-0074, Low Permeability Coating for Nitrile Rubber
FA9302-08-M-0017, Portable biomass liquid fuel reactor
N68335-07-C-0441, Environmentally friendly removal of fluid contamination from composite aircraft structure
FA8650-07-M-5040, Flexible Conductive Caulking Material
FA8650-07-D-6739, Joint Services and Air Force Chemical, Biological, and Radiological Defense Science and Technology Support
FA8650-07-C-5003, Additives for PFPAE Lubricants
FA8650-07-M-2782, Nanofluids Heat Transfer Fluids
FA8650-07-C-5011, Coolanol 25R Replacement
FA8650-07-M-6839, Sequencing of Chemical/Biological Decontaminations
FA8650-05-C-6624, CAI-1334-3600-07, Chemical and Biologica Defense Capabilities Development
W81XWH-07-C-0013, Long Lasting Incecticide-Impregnated Bed Nets
M67854-07-C-0003, Low Cost, Low Weight, Self-Sealing Fuel Tank Technology Development
W911NF-06-C-0050, Portable System for Immediate Deacon of Interior Spaces
(FA8650-06-M-5042, Coolanol 25R Replacement for Military Aircraft Radar Cooling Systems
FA8650-06-M-5037, Improved Additives for Perfluoropolyalkylether (PFPAE) Lubricants with Silicon Nitride Rolling
W911W6-06-C-0003, Crashworthy Ballistic Tolerant Fuel Tank Weight Reduction
FA8650-05-C-6558, Agent Fate Data
FA8103-05-C-0218, Chemical/Biolgical Decontamination
N00024-05-C-4169, Chemical Biological Defense Program Materials Compatibility Testing – Aircraft Materials Compatibility of VHP Deonctamination Procedures
M67854-05-C-0040, Low Cost, Low Weight, Self-Sealing Fuel Tank Technology Development
M67854-05-C-6525, Blending of Aircraft Washing/Cleaning Detergents and Chemical/ Biological (CB) Warfare Agent Decontaminants for a Dual-Use Application
M67854-05-C-6524, Reducing the Weight and Volume of Peroxide-Based Decontamination by Using a Solid Component for Hydrogen Peroxide
M67854-05-C-6523, Decontamination of Biological Warfare (BW) Agents, Toxic Industrial Chemicals (TICs) and Toxic Industrial Materials (TIMs)
W911NF-05-C-0062, Portable System for Immediate Decon of Interior Spaces.
FA8650-05-C-6627 (AFRL CBD-2), Chemical Biological Defense Program Materials Compatibility Testing – Aircraft Materials Compatibility of VHP Decontamination Procedures
N68335-05-C-0181, Development of Corrosion Test to Predict or Rank Corrosion Performance of Current and Novel Corrosion Inhibiting Sealants, Both Conductive and Non-Conductive, in Aggressive Environments
N68335-05-C-0077, High-Temperature Lubricant
W911W6-05-C-0027, Crashworthy Ballistic Tolerant Fuel Tank Weight Reduction
M67854-04-C-0072, Triton Integrated Multifunctional Seal (TIMS) for EFV (1000-547)
N00024-04-C-4115, Synthetic Lubricating & Hydraulic Oil For Motion Control, Steam Turbines and Gears, Military Symbol 2190-TEP
FA8103-04-C-0130, Chemical/Biological Decontamination
FA8650-04-C-5029, Gas Turbine Engine Oil Additives for Advanced Bearings – Advanced Steels
N00421-04-P-0223, Quick Cure Long-Shelf-Life Liquid Shim
N68335-04-C-0066, High-Temperature Lubricant
M67854-03-C-0044, Lightweight, Inexpensive, Corrosion Inhibiting Integral and/or Multi-Component Electromagnetic Interface (EMI) and Enviromental Seals for Advanced Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAAV)
F33615-03-M-5023, Gas Turbine Engine Oil Additives for Advanced Bearings – Advanced Steels
F04611-03-M-3007, Decomposition and Optimization for Monopropulsion Systems for Spacecraft
DAAD16-99-R-1006, BIS Stimulant Testing of C-17 Aircraft Materials
N00178-03-C-3030, Highly Effective EMI Shielding Technique for Ship Composite Structures
F33615-02-C-5052, In-line Hydraulic Fluid Contamination Multi-Sensor
N68335-02-C-3226, Fasteners/Rivets for Watertight Integrity and Corrosion Prevention
DE-FG02-01ER83207, Recycling of Coated Plastics used in Automotive and Industrial Applications
DAAD16-99-R-1006, BIS Simulant Testing – C-17 Aircraft Materials
DAAD16-02-C-0044, Chemical Protective Gloves
N00024-02-C-4094, Development of High Temperature Barrier Coating
DAAH01-02-C-R022, Low Temperature Catalyst for Reduced Toxicity Monopropellant
N00421-02-C-3049, Replacement Long-life Hydraulic Seal
F33615-02-M-5003, In-line Hydraulic Fluid Contamination Multi-Sensor
DACA72-02-P-0042, Environmentally Acceptable Alternatives for Non Destructive Inspection with Fluorescent Penetrant Dyes
F49620-01-C-0056, Reactants and Combustion Processes for Chemical and Biological Agents
DOE/ER/83207-1, DOE# DE-FG02-01ER83207, Recycling of Coated Plastics used in Automotive, IT and Industrial Applications
F33615-01-M-6067, Improving Chemical Protective Capabilities of Silicone and EPDM Mask Materials
N68335-01-C-0177, Fasteners/Rivets for Watertight Integrity and Corrosion Prevention
DAAH01-01-C-R070, Low Temperature Catalyst for Reduced Toxicity Monopropellant
DAMD17-99-C-9046, Development of a Catalytically Reactive TSPs for Chemical Warfare
DACA42-01-C-0001, Preflight Deicing and Anti-icing of Helicopters
F09650-00-C-0252, New Material for O-Rings and Seals in Halon 1202 Pressurized Systems
F33615-00-C-5605, Low Temperature Compression Set Resistant O-Ring Materials
F33615-00-C-5604, Development of Static Dissipation Hard Laminate Surfaces
DACA42-00-P-0040, Preflight Deicing and Anti-icing of Helicopters
DAAD16-00-9220, High-Speed/Low-cost Impermeable Seaming for Synthetic Tents & Protective Shelters

- pre 2000

VF33615-99-C-5600, High Temperature, Long Service Life Fuel Cell Bladder Materials
F09650-99-M-1336, New Material for O-Rings and Seals in Halon 1202 Pressurized Systems
F33615-99-C-5605, Low Temperature Compression Set Resistant O-Ring Materials
F33615-99-C-5606, Development of Static Dissipation Hard Laminate Surfaces
DAMD17-99-C-9046, Development of a Catalytically Reactive TSPs for Chemical Warfare Agents
N00167-99-C-0023, Fire Resistant Organic Composite Material
F33615-98-C-5650, Development of Environmentally Benign Aircraft Deicing/Anti-Icing Fluids
F33615-98-C-5655, High Temperature, Long Service Life Fuel Cell Bladder Materials
F33600-98-C-0052, Reusable Transparent Laminates and Bags for Military Application (Low WVTR)
PAS Study of UV Degradation in Polycarbonate
F33615-97-C-5008, Biodegradable, Direct Replacement Hydraulic Fluids
F33615-97-C-0081, Reusable Transparent Laminates and Bags for Military Application (Low WVTR)
F33615-97-C-5645, Development of Environmentally Benign Aircraft Deicing/Anti-Icing Fluids
F33615-96-C-3405, Recycling of Polymeric Materials
F33615-95-C-5042, Barium Free Environmentally Friendly Corrosion Inhibitors
F33615-C-94-5803, Development of HVTS Powder Coatings
DMI-95-60986, The Phosgene-Free Synthesis of Isocyanates/Urethanes
F33615-96-C-5072, Biodegradable, Direct Replacement Hydraulic Fluids
Recycling of Polymeric Materials
Barium Free Environmentally Friendly Corrosion Inhibitors
Near-IR Fiber Optic Sensors for Contaminant Release Monitoring
Positron Annihilation Spectroscopy Techniques for Composite Characterization