Research & Development Center, Commanding Officer, U.S. Coast Guard Research and Development Center, Avery Point, Gorton, CT 06340-6096

36 -- FUEL CELL POWER SYSTEM DUE 032000 POC Susan Buttacavoli-Corey (860)441-2665, Fax (860)441-2607 E-MAIL: Contracting Officer, sbuttacavoli-corey@rdc.uscg.mil. The US Coast Guard Research & Development Center, Groton,CT is seeking possible sources able to provide a Fuel Cell Power System. The required system shall consist consist of a fully integrated fuel cell electrical power generating system using logistical fuel, and capable of long duration unattended operation. Fuel cell power level may range from 1.5 to 4 kilowatts, with a required continuous alternating current electrical power at 115 VAC 60 Hz. The system shall consist of the necessary components such as the fuel cell stack, fuel reformer, inverter/power conditioner, charging and electrical storage units that are integrated with the necessary control and conditioning systems for totally automatic operation under variable electrical loads in the projected operating environment. The system will power a 1000-watt flashing incandescent lamp and ancillary power controller at a rated load of 1.5 kilowatts; the power conditioning equipment must be capable of withstanding current surges of ten times therated current as the lamp flashes several times a minute. The system shall operate on methanol, ethanol or diesel fuel in order to be compatible with USCG logistical capabilities and operational requirements, and contained within a footprint of 3-ft by 5ft. The system shall be non-developmental, produced in quantity, accepted for test or operation in other non-USCG applications, and shall have a projected lifetime of at least five years. All interested parties should send a company profile, equipment specifications and any questions to the attention of Susan Buttacavoli-Corey, USCG R&D Center 1082 Shennecossett Road, Groton, CT 06340-6096. Reponses may also be faxed to 860-441-2607 or emailed to sbuttacavoli-corey@rdc.uscg.mil Telephone inquiries will not be be accepted. SIC Code 3629 applies. Posted 02/17/00 (W-SN426331). (0048)

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