Grid Research Integration and Deployment Center Technology Collaborations for US Power Electronics Industries
ID: ORNL-GRIDC-TC-2024Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFORNL UT-BATTELLE LLC-DOE CONTRACTOROak Ridge, TN, 37831, USA

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Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life SciencesT (54171)

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https://sam.gov/opp/f2d8c8317dfa437583d53e858f8b9de2/view
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    Description

    The Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking U.S. industry partners for collaborative projects at its Grid Research Integration and Deployment Center (GRID-C) to advance power electronics technologies for grid modernization. ORNL invites cost-shared proposals from industries aligned with its facilities and expertise in areas such as Materials & Components, Embedded Controllers, and Subsystems Devices. Selected partners will work closely with ORNL staff, leveraging its unique capabilities to demonstrate innovative grid integration solutions.
    The focus is on accelerating the development of resilient and energy-efficient power electronics, with projects conducted in short timeframes. Industry participants are required to contribute at least 20% of the project cost, which can include in-kind contributions, and must align with ORNL's facilities and capabilities.
    GRID-C collaborations aim to strengthen the U.S. power electronics industry and clean energy landscape. Proposals are evaluated based on technical feasibility, commercialization potential, and their impact on grid improvement. This initiative supports the DOE Transformer Resilience and Advanced Components (TRAC) Program's mission.
    For more details, eligible industries should refer to the proposal guidelines and contact Dr. Madhu Chinthavali for inquiries. The announcement remains open, with funding available through the DOE contract.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Dr. Madhu Chinthavali
    (865) 341-1411
    chinthavalim@ornl.gov
    Laura Touton
    (865) 684-7450
    toutonln@ornl.gov
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    GRID-C TCP Notice of Opportunity.docx
    The Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks industry partners for collaborative projects at its Grid Research Integration and Deployment Center (GRID-C). The objective is to accelerate the development and deployment of advanced power electronics technologies for grid modernization. GRID-C provides access to unique capabilities and expertise to support integration of clean energy resources. ORNL invites cost-shared proposals from U.S. industries aligned with the laboratory's facilities and focusing on specific technology areas. These areas include Materials & Components, Embedded Controllers, Subsystems Devices, Resource Integration Systems, and Grid Systems Architecture. Partners will collaborate with ORNL staff and leverage its facilities for project activities. With a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) in place, the laboratory aims to protect intellectual property and proprietary data. Proposals are evaluated based on compatibility, technical merit, commercialization potential, and grid improvement. The announcement remains open, with selections made by the DOE Transformer Resilience and Advanced Components (TRAC) Program.
    ORNL Model Short-Form CRADA Template_2023.pdf
    The primary objective of this file is to establish a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) between UT-Battelle, LLC, and a Participant. This CRADA aims to facilitate collaborative research and development efforts in a mutually beneficial partnership. The focus is on developing and sharing intellectual property while adhering to specific guidelines. The Statement of Work outlines the technical objectives, which include tasks related to defining the research goals, with each party having clearly defined responsibilities. The work is expected to be completed within a specified period, typically ranging from months to years. The CRADA also encompasses provisions for managing intellectual property, including subject inventions and data, with both parties having the first option to retain title to their respective inventions. Additionally, there are provisions for holding meetings, reporting, and managing the program. This file mentions a budget of around $XX,XXX each from the Participant and the Government, with the latter provided through UT-Battelle's DOE contract. The funding details and a sixty-day advance funding requirement are emphasized as a key aspect of the agreement. Key dates include the expected completion dates for tasks and the submission of reports, while the evaluation criteria are not explicitly mentioned. The entire agreement should be executed by both parties and approved by the DOE for it to take effect.
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