Army Research Laboratory, Attn: AMSSB-ACA-P, Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD 21005-5066

A -- ENERGY DENSITY BATTERY CELL SOL W813LT-0087-7009 DUE 042800 POC Brenda Fletcher, Contract Specialist, 410-278-8675, Jean Craig, Contract Officer, 410-278-6517 Design and report the feasibility of higher than 8kw/kg power density and 60wh/kg energy density. Battery cell utilizing thin film, ultra thin materials and nano structures. Design Battery Cell structure and submit for review. Fabricate, test and evaluate the cell structure. It is the intent of the Government to award a contract on a sole source basis to SAFT, Advanced Technology Div., Cockeysville, MD pursant to FAR 6.302-1. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement of submit proposals. However, all proposals received within fifteen (15) days after date of publication of thsi synopsis will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Quotes may be faxed to 410-278-6522. All responsible sources may submit a bid or proposal which will be considered by the Agency. No telephone request will be honored. ***** Posted 04/13/00 (W-SN444465). (0104)

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