44--1MW Modular Test Furnace is essential for BLAZE to test multi-burner arrangemen
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL), is conducting market research to identify contractors capable of providing a 1 Megawatt (MW) box furnace for its Burner Laboratory for Alternative Fuels and Zero-Carbon Energy (BLAZE) facility. This Sources Sought notice aims to gather information for testing multi-burner arrangements with advanced fuels. Responses are due by June 20, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
NETL requires a 1 MW box furnace for its BLAZE facility. This furnace will enable the evaluation of burner modifications and flame-to-flame interactions, crucial for industries seeking to enhance fuel-flexibility and technological resilience. The data collected will validate computational models and facilitate cost-effective retrofits. Respondents must provide a detailed description of how their proposed equipment meets the specifications outlined in Attachment A of the Sources Sought notice, including equipment model numbers.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Purpose: Information and planning purposes only; not a request for proposal.
- Set-Aside: None specified (open to all companies)
- Response Due: June 20, 2026, 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
- Published: June 10, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit responses electronically via the FedConnect Portal or to David.Lahey@netl.doe.gov. Submissions should be in MS Word or Adobe Acrobat format, minimum 11-point font, 1-inch margins, and no more than 20 pages. Responses must include:
- A cover page (max one page) with entity name, address, phone, email, UEI, CAGE code (if applicable), business size (specifying small business classification), and country of manufacture.
- A brief Statement of Capabilities detailing how the company meets requirements in Attachment A.
Additional Notes
This is NOT a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded from this announcement. No cost or pricing information should be provided. The information gathered will inform the Government's determination for the business type utilized in a future RFQ. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted. Firms are encouraged to submit responses at least 24 hours before the due date to resolve any transmission issues.