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Bench-Scale Process Development for Alternative Feedstock Conversion

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Response Deadline09/14/2026, 04:00:00 AM UTC

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Agency

Department Of Energy → Golden Field Office

NAICS

541713 - Research and Development in NanotechnologyView NAICS

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Not specified

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PostedJul 14

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Response DeadlineSep 14

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09/14/2026, 04:00:00 AM UTCin about 2 months

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Full Description

Conduct bench-scale R&D to convert waste or alternative feedstocks into high-value chemicals, including reaction optimization, catalysis, and yield improvement.

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