New York State Contract Reporter #C0000057

Risk Assessment Services for A3 Refrigerant Leaks – NYS Department of Environmental Conservation

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Office of Climate Change, is soliciting proposals for a comprehensive risk assessment of A3 (flammable) refrigerants: - Government Buyer: - New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) - Office of Climate Change - Scope of Work: - Conduct a full risk assessment of A3 refrigerants, focusing on risks from leaks between secondary fluid and primary A3 working fluid loops - Develop recommendations to inform safety standards and building codes for ultra-low-GWP refrigerants in HVAC and refrigeration - Support standards-setting organizations (e.g., ASHRAE SSPC 15, UL, IEC 60335-2-40) in updating guidelines - Products/Services Requested: - No specific products or part numbers; the procurement is for professional risk assessment services - No quantities specified, as this is a research and analysis contract - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on supporting New York State's transition away from HFCs under the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act - No MWBE or SDVOB goals for this procurement - No prior similar contracts awarded in the past five years - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Period of Performance: - Eighteen-month contract term - Geographic Scope: - Work to be performed state-wide in New York

Description

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is seeking proposals from qualified organizations to conduct a full risk assessment of A3 refrigerants, specifically evaluating risks posed by leaks between secondary fluid and primary A3 working fluid loop. The project aims to support the development of comprehensive guidelines for standards-setting organizations responsible for safety standards and building codes for refrigerants. This research will aid in the safe use of flammable refrigerants in the North American market, helping to transition to climate-friendly refrigerants and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in line with the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act. The contract term is eighteen months and the work is state-wide in New York.

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