Dissolved Non-Condensable Gas Testing
ID: FMP-NNL-0041Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFFLUOR MARINE PROPULSION - DOE CONTRACTORSchenectady, NY, 12301, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

ENERGY R&D SERVICES; ENERGY SUPPLY; APPLIED RESEARCH (AG12)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7891773c87184e03806fdcf282eff2b5/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 1, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 2, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due May 30, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Energy, through the Naval Nuclear Laboratory, is soliciting proposals for a project focused on "Dissolved Non-Condensable Gas Testing." This initiative aims to conduct experiments that quantify the behavior of non-condensable gases (NCGs) such as nitrogen, hydrogen, and oxygen in water during various processes, including diffusion across steam/water interfaces, condensation, boiling, and flashing under different temperature and pressure conditions. The research is critical for advancing nuclear technology and improving operational efficiencies, with proposals due by April 8, 2025. Interested suppliers must submit a one-page Quad Chart and a five-page narrative detailing their project approach, along with adherence to disclosure protocols for sensitive information. For further inquiries, contact ATIP at ATIP@unnpp.gov.

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ATIP
ATIP@unnpp.gov
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FMP-NNL-0041_Request for Proposals -Dissolved Non-Condensable Gasses.pdf
Apr 2, 2025, 5:06 PM UTC
Fluor Marine Propulsion LLC is calling for proposals related to "Dissolved Non-Condensable Gas Testing" for the Naval Nuclear Laboratory, operated on behalf of the Department of Energy. Interested suppliers must submit proposals by April 8, 2025, which will be evaluated for potential contracts. The research aims to measure how non-condensable gases (NCGs) like nitrogen, hydrogen, and oxygen, dissolve in water during various processes such as diffusion across steam/water interfaces, condensation, boiling, and flashing. The experiments will assess the rates at which these gases behave under different temperature and pressure conditions. Proposals should include a one-page Quad Chart outlining company and project details, accompanied by a five-page narrative detailing the project’s importance, logic for execution, timeframe, deliverables, and estimated costs. Suppliers must adhere to disclosure protocols regarding the submission of sensitive information. This solicitation highlights the government's investment in advanced research for efficient operational outcomes in nuclear technology by engaging specialized suppliers in innovative gas testing methodologies.
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