ATPD-2344 Amendment 1 - Tank Collapsible Self-Supporting Drinking Water St.pdf

This document is a Department of Defense performance specification (ATPD-2344 with Amendment 1) for a collapsible, self-supporting 3000-gallon drinking water storage tank intended for temporary water storage in support of tactical water purification equipment. The specification details requirements for a tank assembly that includes handles, fittings, valve assemblies, ground cloth, repair items, instruction manual, and a carrying valise.

Key technical requirements include: maximum tank assembly weight of 140 pounds; puncture resistance of at least 150 lbs; ozone resistant materials; potability certification to NSF Standard 61; ability to operate in temperatures from -25° to 125°F; capability to be deployed on a 10% incline; ground cloth extending 12 inches beyond tank perimeter; deployment footprint of 169 square feet; and drop test capability from 6 feet. The tank must be deployable by four persons maximum, with only one person needed for operations after initial setup. The specification requires no tools for assembly or operation, and includes detailed testing requirements covering capacity, cycling, stability, environmental exposure, and long-term storage. The tank is intended to provide at least 3 years of service life and 10 years of storage life.