GEO_H2_RFI
ID: GEO_H2_RFIType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8730 KESSEL RUN AFLCMC/HBBKHANSCOM AFB, MA, 01731-2100, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

ENERGY R&D SERVICES; ENERGY SUPPLY; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT (AG13)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3c8cbb092fd24af38808684965e31fc7/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Air Force is seeking information from qualified vendors regarding the assessment and characterization of geologic hydrogen resources at military installations within the continental United States (CONUS) and outside the continental United States (OCONUS). The objective of this Request for Information (RFI) is to evaluate the feasibility of a competitive solicitation for prototyping the assessment of geologic hydrogen resource availability, extractability, and economic viability, driven by the need for resilient and clean energy sources to support mission continuity. Interested parties are encouraged to provide insights on characterization techniques, resource evaluation processes, and potential sites, with responses due by October 25, 2024. For further inquiries, vendors may contact Kristina Botelho at kristina.botelho@us.af.mil.

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    Kristina Botelho
    kristina.botelho@us.af.mil
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    Geo H2 RFI_23 Sept 24.pdf
    The Department of the Air Force (DAF) initiated a Request for Information (RFI) to evaluate the potential for geologic hydrogen resource assessment and extraction at installations within the U.S. This RFI aims to gather capability information from interested parties to explore the feasibility of a competitive solicitation for prototyping geologic hydrogen evaluation. The DAF's motivation stems from the need for resilient and clean energy sources to sustain mission continuity amid various risks, including service interruptions and environmental challenges. The document outlines the structure for submission, which includes organizational details and specific questions focused on characterization techniques, resource evaluation processes, partnerships, and regulatory frameworks at state, federal, and international levels. Vendors are prompted to provide insights on economic viability and potential sites for hydrogen resources. The RFI emphasizes that responses will inform future government actions but do not constitute contractual commitments. Interested parties must submit their responses by October 25, 2024, as part of an effort to enhance energy independence and reduce reliance on traditional fossil fuels on military bases while ensuring health and safety for personnel.
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