CLEVELAND - The National Aeronautics and Space Administration's (NASA) Glenn Research Center in Cleveland has issued a request for information (RFI) seeking industry input on the development of a test facility to advance hydrogen technology for aeronautic applications. This initiative aims to assess the feasibility and industry interest in collaborating on a facility dedicated to cryogenic hydrogen testing, a critical component in the future of sustainable aviation.
The effort is part of NASA’s Transformative Aeronautics Concepts Program (TACP), which fosters ideas and experimental research to drive aviation transformation. The Convergent Aeronautics Solutions (CAS) project within TACP focuses on tackling system-level challenges that require innovative, high-impact solutions.
The agency says it is well-positioned to support the resurgence of hydrogen as a viable energy carrier for aeronautics and other transportation sectors. Given the significant infrastructure and expertise required for cryogenic hydrogen testing, a dedicated facility could bridge existing gaps in research and technology development.
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NASA is soliciting responses from industry, academia, and other government agencies to better understand the needs and requirements of a potential cryogenic hydrogen test facility. The agency is particularly interested in feedback on existing cryogenic hydrogen testing capabilities and future requirements. It seeks input on necessary testing procedures to ensure system integrity in both ground and flight operations.
NASA is also requesting information on material limitations affecting cryogenic hydrogen applications. Additionally, it wants insights into infrastructure needs, including site features and operational scalability. The agency aims to understand the development of standards for safe operations and cost-effective testing. Finally, NASA is interested in workforce training and educational partnerships.
Interested parties must submit their responses electronically in PDF format, limited to 10 pages, by 3:00 PM EST on 28 February 2025. Submissions should be sent to contracting officer Ian Park at [email protected], referencing 80GRC025RFI0001. For more information, please visit https://sam.gov/opp/e83b1bebdbe04a8ebb34123149fdbdab/view.
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