Opportunity Title:
Request for Information for Ocean Renewable Energy Testing and Validation Assets.
Funder/Agency:
Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC)
Description:
MassCEC seeks input and information related to needs and gaps pertaining to ocean renewable energy (ORE) testing and validation assets and sites. Stakeholders have identified high value in accessing offshore ocean testing site(s) and assets to support validation and performance testing of new technologies.
MassCEC will use information obtained through this RFI to inform actions on the feasibility, scope, siting/spatial planning, and permitting processes for potential offshore energy testing and validation resources. Elements to be considered include stated need and value proposition, range of use cases, and desired site characteristics for potential locations and/or platforms for entities seeking to verify the performance of new technologies in offshore operating conditions.
This information will also support related MassCEC efforts to promote cataloguing and improve the visibility and networking of testing assets to help entrepreneurs and researchers access existing testing assets and service offerings.
Eligibility:
Ocean energy and offshore wind original equipment manufacturers (OEMs)
Tier 1 suppliers
Start-up and small businesses in the ocean energy and offshore wind industry
Direct business enterprises in the ocean energy sector
Any other interested parties
Deadline:
February 02, 2024
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