TECHNOLOGY LICENSING OPPORTUNITY: Hydrogen Contamination Detection Tender, USA - 123105210

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Country: USA

Summary: TECHNOLOGY LICENSING OPPORTUNITY: Hydrogen Contamination Detection

Deadline: 08 Aug 2025

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Notice Type: Tender

TOT Ref.No.: 123105210

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Financier: Self Financed

Purchaser Ownership: Public

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Description

Triad National Security, LLC / Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking licensing partners to commercialize LANL-s intellectual property relating to its unique hydrogen contamination detection technology.

Overview:

Contaminant-free hydrogen is essential for ensuring the longevity and efficiency of fuel cells and hydrogen-powered systems, such as electrolyzers, as impurities like sulfur or carbon monoxide can poison catalysts and degrade performance. Accordingly, detecting impurities in a hydrogen supply line using a hydrogen contamination detector is vital to sensitive equipment such as fuel cells and electrolyzers to prevent damage and ensure system reliability.

LANL Technology:

To detect contamination in hydrogen fuel supply streams, LANL researchers developed a compact electrochemical analyzer to detect impurities in hydrogen fuel without the need for external humidification. Traditional fuel cells require humidified gases to maintain membrane conductivity, but adding water can itself be a contaminant. The LANL analyzer overcomes that challenge by incorporating a self-humidifying polymer electrolyte membrane. This patented analyzer is particularly useful for hydrogen fueling stations and fuel cell vehicle operators. It enables real-time monitoring of hydrogen purity, ensuring compliance with quality standards and preventing potential damage to fuel cell systems.

Key Features of Analyzer:

Asymmetric Electrode Design: The analyzer features an anode with a lower platinum loading and a cathode with a higher platinum loading. This configuration enhances sensitivity to contaminants. Integrated Water Reservoir: A built-in reservoir allows a portion of the membrane to extend into it, facilitating self-humidification without introducing external water sources. Rapid Detection: By operating at a constant voltage and measuring current output, the analyzer can quickly identify the presence of contaminants, enabling timely inte...
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Department/Ind. Agency : ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF
Sub-tier : ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF
Office: TRIAD - DOE CONTRACTOR
General Information
Contract Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Original)
Original Published Date: Jul 21, 2025 11:25 am MDT
Original Response Date: Aug 08, 2025 05:00 pm MDT
Inactive Policy: 15 days after response date
Original Inactive Date: Aug 23, 2025
Initiative: None

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Original Set Aside: No Set aside used
Product Service Code: 6640 - LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES
NAICS Code: 334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing

Place of Performance: Los Alamos, NM 87545 USA

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