TECHNOLOGY LICENSING OPPORTUNITY: Platinum-Free Hydrogen Catalyst

Special NoticeNo Set AsideActive

Key Takeaways

  • Set-aside for No Set Aside businesses
  • Work to be performed in Columbus, OH
  • Industry: Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing

Contract Details

Notice ID
S-196493
Opportunity Type
Special Notice
Sub-Agency
ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF
Office
TRIAD - DOE CONTRACTOR
Posted Date
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Response Deadline
Thursday, April 30, 2026
PSC Code
AJ11
Set-Aside
No Set Aside
Place of Performance
Columbus, OH, 43201
Status
Active

Description

The Platinum-Free Hydrogen Catalyst technology from Los Alamos National Laboratory enables high-performance hydrogen production using entirely earth-abundant, U.S.-accessible materials instead of scarce and expensive precious metals like platinum. By delivering performance comparable to platinum-based systems and improved durability in an anion-exchange membrane water electrolyzer, it offers a pathway to lower-cost, domestically scalable hydrogen generation for industrial manufacturing, energy storage, refining, ammonia production and other strategic sectors. Eliminating reliance on precious metals strengthens supply chain security, reduces exposure to foreign-controlled critical materials and supports U.S. manufacturing competitiveness. The result is a cost-effective, durable and commerci

Why This Opportunity Matters

ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF is seeking responses for other basic inorganic chemical manufacturing with a set-aside for No Set Aside businesses in Columbus, OH. This set-aside designation means eligible businesses face reduced competition from larger firms.