FRA seeks model for Li-ion battery fire and toxic hazard quantification.
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) seeks to develop a physics-based model to quantify fire and toxic hazards of lithium-ion batteries used in rail transportation. The contractor will create a computational model simulating thermal runaway, fire propagation, and toxic gas release, validated through experimental data. The work supports FRA's safety mission and requires expertise in battery safety, fire dynamics, and computational modeling. The contract is anticipated to be a single award, with performance in Baltimore, Maryland. Offerors must demonstrate experience in battery hazard modeling and relevant certifications.