A--Notice of Intent to Sole Source for CO2 Capture related services, training and
ID: 89243324QEE000012Type: Special Notice
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL ENERGY TECHNOLOGY LABORATORYMORGANTOWN, WV, 26507, USA

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

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GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY R&D SERVICES; GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY; BASIC RESEARCH (AJ11)

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https://sam.gov/opp/c932ec0f785d4dd384973e266a075a14/view
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    The Department of Energy's National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) intends to negotiate and award a sole source purchase order to SINTEF Industry for specialized CO2 capture-related services and training. The procurement includes training on monitoring emissions, conducting manual isokinetic emissions measurements, analytical services for testing compounds from CO2 capture absorber columns, and the acquisition of a Solvent Degradation Rig. This initiative is crucial for advancing carbon capture technology and ensuring effective monitoring of emissions, with SINTEF Industry identified as the only capable provider based on market research. Interested parties that believe they can meet these requirements must submit their capabilities in writing to Brittany Rohrer at brittany.rohrer@netl.doe.gov by 4:00 PM EST on September 19, 2024.

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    Rohrer, Brittany R.
    (412) 452-7415
    Brittany.Rohrer@netl.doe.gov
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