Opportunity
New York State Contract Reporter #C0000058
Risk Assessment Research for A3 Refrigerant Equipment Fire Response
Posted
August 12, 2026
Respond By
September 23, 2026
Identifier
C0000058
NAICS
541715
This opportunity from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Office of Climate Change, seeks expert research to support climate-friendly refrigerant adoption. - Government Buyer: - New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) - Office of Climate Change - Services Requested: - Comprehensive risk assessment of A3 refrigerants, specifically evaluating equipment response during fire scenarios - Research to inform safety standards and codes for ultra-low-GWP refrigerants - Support for standards-setting organizations: ASHRAE (SSPC 15, Subcommittee 15.2), Underwriters Laboratories (UL), International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 60335-2-40 - Products/Services Details: - No specific OEMs or vendors named - One risk assessment project (no part number specified) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Research must address fire response of A3 refrigerant equipment - Results will inform safety guidelines for standards organizations - Supports New York's transition away from HFCs under the Climate Act - Period of Performance: - Eighteen-month contract term - No prior similar contracts awarded in the past five years
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 how A3 equipment responds when involved in fires. The project aims to support the development of comprehensive safety guidelines for standards-setting organizations responsible for product and application safety standards and building codes for refrigerants. This research will provide valuable information for the safe use of flammable refrigerants in the North American market, aiding the transition to climate-friendly refrigerants and helping to achieve New York State's Climate Act targets. The contract term is eighteen months and the work is state-wide.