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Small-Scale Lithium-Ion Battery Thermal Runaway Testing

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Submission Closed05/27/2026, 03:59:00 AM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

The contract seeks a subcontractor to perform controlled thermal runaway and fire tests on individual lithium-ion cells and small battery modules, with real-time monitoring of voltage, temperature, and heat flux to capture detailed behavioral data under extreme conditions. The work requires specialized facilities and expertise to safely induce and measure thermal runaway events while ensuring data accuracy and repeatability, supporting research into battery safety and failure mechanisms. Testing must be conducted in a secure, controlled environment capable of containing fire and hazardous byproducts, adhering to strict safety protocols. The opportunity is posted under NAICS code 541380 for other scientific and technical consulting services, with a response deadline of May 27, 2026. It is intended for performance in New London and is issued under the Department of Homeland Security’s Contract Operations division. The work is structured as a subcontract, with no set-aside type specified, and requires proposers to demonstrate technical capability, safety compliance, and experience with high-energy battery testing. All testing output must be documented and deliverable with precise real-time sensor data for analysis.

General Info

Conduct thermal runaway and fire tests on lithium-ion cells for safety evaluation, DHS subcontract.

Agency

Department Of Homeland Security → Hq Contract Operations (CG-912)(000

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services

Place of Performance

New London, CT, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 70Z02326RFI0002.

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Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Testing Capabilities

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Timeline

PhaseClosed

PostedMay 11

subcontract

Response DeadlineMay 27

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

05/27/2026, 03:59:00 AM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Homeland Security → Hq Contract Operations (CG-912)(000

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Homeland Security → Hq Contract Operations (CG-912)(000

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Full Description

Conduct controlled thermal runaway and fire tests on individual Li-ion cells and small modules with real-time monitoring of voltage, temperature, and heat flux.