Laboratory Capabilities to Test Fiber Reinforced Plastic Materials (FRP) and Portable Tanks made with FRP Materials
ID: 693JK325RFI02Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFPIPELINE AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SAFETY ADMINISTRATION693JK3 ACQUISITION SERVICES DIVWASHINGTON, DC, 20590, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION R&D SVCS; PIPELINES; HAZ MAT; CROSS-FUNCTIONAL TRANSPORTATION; BASIC RESEARCH (AS41)

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No Set aside used (NONE)

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https://sam.gov/opp/a69c90cf94cd4aaba08a74a0de5d9a48/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of Transportation, specifically the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), is seeking information from qualified contractors regarding laboratory capabilities to test fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP) materials and portable tanks constructed in accordance with the United Nations Model Regulations (UNMR). The primary objective is to evaluate the performance of these FRP tanks under pool fire conditions, including the collection of pressure and temperature data during testing until complete failure occurs. This initiative is crucial for establishing safety standards and compliance within the hazardous materials transportation sector, as current regulations do not provide specific performance criteria for FRP tanks. Interested parties are encouraged to respond with their capabilities, including non-destructive evaluation techniques and testing resources, by contacting Stephen Jones at stephen.jones@dot.gov or Tremayne Terry at tremayne.terry@dot.gov for further details.

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    RFI on Laboratory Capabilities to Test Fiber Reinforced Plastic Materials (FRP) and Portable Tanks made with FRP Materials (2).docx
    The U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather insights on laboratory capabilities for testing fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP) materials and portable tanks made from these materials. The goal is to evaluate the safety and performance of these tanks, particularly for compliance with the United Nations Model Regulations (UNMR). Currently, the Hazardous Materials Regulations do not offer specific performance standards for FRP tanks, necessitating further research. The PHMSA seeks to establish testing parameters, including non-destructive evaluation (NDE) techniques and performance assessments such as vibration and pool fire testing. The RFI invites responses from interested parties to help define a testing matrix, addressing their capabilities in NDE methods, vibration testing equipment, and facilities for conducting the tests. Submissions should also include background on the respondents' experience, recommendations for standards, and details about resources available for the project. This RFI is a step towards ensuring compliance and safety within the hazardous materials transportation sector, while the PHMSA emphasizes the importance of responses for developing its acquisition strategy and future regulations regarding FRP portable tanks.
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