Pipeline Safety Research and Development (R&D) - Research Announcement 11

Proposals are solicited for research projects focused on the advancement or validation of inspection technologies for non-metallic pipelines, with a critical emphasis on detecting material and joint defects. Required tasks include a comprehensive literature review, identification of emerging technologies, design of field validation experiments, and documentation of testing results with stakeholder input. Proposals must demonstrate a clear understanding of the challenges and objectives, a well-defined project design with qualified personnel and appropriate facilities, and a robust plan for collaboration with end-users and technology transfer. All offerors must be registered in SAM (www.sam.gov). Project duration cannot exceed 36 months, with some tasks potentially completed within 24 months, and proposals must include a detailed breakdown of project costs and deliverables per stage. Unique requirements include field validation demonstrations with pipeline operator/service provider participation, specification of implementation costs, and relevance to pipelines regulated under 49 CFR Parts 192 or 195.

Notice ID

56e87ad2c8194ec3aafe1975c105280c

Solicitation Number

693JK325RA0001

NAICS Code

5417

Classification Code

AJ14