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A -- OPTIONAL PRESOLICITATION PRESCREENING PROCESS FOR THE NATIONAL INDUSTRIAL COMPETITIVENESS THROUGH ENERGY, ENVIRONMENT, AND ECONOMICS (NICE<SUP DUE 070197 POC Contact Eric Hass, NICE<SUP The Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Industrial Technologies issues an annual competitive solicitation to fund innovative industrial technologies that reduce energy consumption, waste production, and operating costs. Prior to issuance of the solicitation, the DOE offers potential applicants a chance to submit a brief description of their proposed project. DOE's technical staff will review these abstracts and provide constructive feedback to the potential applicant within a two week period. Obtain a copy of the abstract format by calling Eric Hass at (303) 275-4728. (0080)

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