Battelle, Pacific Northwest National Laboratories (PNNL), P.O. Box 999, (MSIN K3-04), Richland, WA 99352

A -- RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT -- TECHNOLOGIES FOR MAGNESIUM PRODUCTION SOL MG004 POC Richard D. Dennis (509)375-2348, Fax (509)375-4346 The Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, operated by Battelle Memorial Institute, Pacific Northwest Division (Battelle) for the U.S. DOE, is seeking to establish a source list for future Requests for Proposals (RFP) for cost-shared research and development of technologies which will enhance the economic competitiveness and use of magnesium. The research is to address one or more of the following areas: A) feedstock cost reduction, B) alloy development (corrosion and high temperature creep resistant alloys), C) material processing and manufacturing technology advancement. Initial funding levels for a variety of projects are projected at approximately $1M the first year and $2M in each fiscal year thereafter (FY98 through FY2000). Unless otherwise specified, a 50/50 cost share shall be required. Partnerships between industry, university, and/or national laboratory participants are encouraged. The actual RFP's will contain full details related to the research priorities, minimum cost share amounts, evaluation criteria, and partnership participation. Requests for inclusion onto the list shall be in writing and sent via fax or mail and shall include company name, mailing address, point of contact, telephone number, and fax number. Please indicate specific area(s) of interest: A, B, or C above. Mail requests to the following address: 902 Battelle Boulevard, P.O. Box 999, MS K1-27, Richland, WA 99352. (0021)

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