Crane Division, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Code 1164, 300 Highway 361, Crane, In 47522-5001

B -- SPECIAL STUDIES AND ANALYSIS SOL N00164-97-Q-0304 DUE 073097 POC Ms. Hilda Quillen, Procurement Technician, Code 1164EJ, telephone 812-854-2422, fas 812-8545666, e-mail quillen_ h@crane.navy.mil E-MAIL: Click here to contact point of contact, quillen_h@crane.navy.mil. In SEAWOLF (LLL-69) lead acid cells, the cell case is bolted to a retaining track in order to restrain physical movement during shipboard applications. This is accomplished by using aretaining plate of 316 stainless steel and Inconel nuts and bolts. Under certain circumstances, these components come in contact with battery electrolyte (sulfuric acid) and become corroded. This solicitation requires that the rate and type or corrosion of these components be quantitatively and qualitatively defined. Corrosion analysis by weight loss and electrochemical measurements will be required to accomplish this task. As a minimum, Inconel bolts mounted to a 316 stainless steel plate shall be contacted with sulfuric acid (battery grade) with voltages of 2 to 250 volts DC being applied through impedances (resistances) in accordance with the statement of work. This requirement is being solicited on a sole source basis from Rutger's University, Piscataway, NJ, with key personnel requirement for Dr. Sulkind. Delivery is required F.O.B. NSWC Crane within 30 days after contract award. A fixed price purchase order will be awarded using Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP). It is anticipated that a formal request for quote will not be issued Inquiries or requests for the solicitation may be made to the above contact point; e-mail is preferred. All responsible sources may submit a quote which shall be considered by the Agency. (0181)

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