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The Hydrogen Materials Group wishes to install a ~5kW PEM fuel cell to be linked to an existing pilot scale solid state hydrogen storage unit to demonstrate the practical application of a fuel cell.
The specification concerns a complete functioning ~5kW PEM fuel cell to be linked to an existing pilot scale solid state hydrogen storage unit to demonstrate the practical application of a fuel cell.
Fuel Cell requirements
148 The fuel cell must have an output of at least 5kW
149 The voltage output should be 48volts.
150 The volume of the fuel cell is critical and therefore must be kept to a minimum.
151 The efficiency of the fuel cell should be maximised to reduce the hydrogen demand required from the solid state store (with a target of 50% efficiency).
152 The inlet pressure of hydrogen should be as low as possible (~2bar).
153 The fuel cell should be water cooled with an operating temperature of 80ºC. The water will be used for ambient heating and thermal management of the hydrogen store.
154 The stacks must be easily accessible for servicing and routine maintenance.
155 During operation noise levels must be kept to a minimum.
156 The fuel cell must comply with all UK explosive regulations. The design must incorporate blow out valves at the appropriate pressure.
157 The fuel cell must incorporate automatic shutdown in the event of a hydrogen leak.
Computer and Software
158 An up-to-date computer with flat screen monitor for system control and data acquisition will be provided along with the latest operating software.
159 Licences for any third party software will be included. The computer will be compatible with the local network.
160 Back-up copies of all software will be provided on CD.
161 All software updates that are issued by the Supplier from the date of installation until the end of the warranty period of the final instrument shall be provided at no cost.
162 The software must incorporate the monitoring of voltage, current, gas pressure, gas flow, integrated gas flow (for total gas consumption) and temperature with respect to time.
163 The software must include diagnostics of individual stack performance.
Installation
164 The equipment will be installed at the University of Birmingham by the Supplier.
165 The Supplier must state the delivery lead times.
166 The Supplier must state time required for on-site commissioning.
167 The Supplier must include for co-ordination with the structure and other services. A complete set of working drawings are to be provided for comment prior to starting on site.
168 The Supplier shall check all dimensions on site prior to commencing work and shall include for setting out works for comment by the contract administrator.
169 Installation of the equipment will begin within five business days of receipt of the instrument, unless prior agreement on alternative arrangements is reached by the University and the Supplier.
170 The Supplier shall be required to undertake a visit to the site and issue a report detailing work to be carried out to prepare the nominated site for Installation.
Training and Support
171 Details of training, either in the form of formal training courses, or the provision of hands-on-training will be provided. Suppliers should indicate what, if any, training is included within their response, and the cost, with discounts applicable, of other training courses.
Warranty and Maintenance
172 The terms, conditions and period of warranty will be stated.
173 Call out response times during warranty period will be specified.
174 An extended warranty should be included, ideally for up to 5 years.
Reference Sites
175 Suppliers are invited to propose appropriate reference sites, which have installed the configuration of equipment described herein, which may be contacted by representatives of the University.
Evaluation criteria
The Lots within the Tender will be evaluated using the following criteria
· Compliance with tender specification - 65%
· Corporate and Social Responsibility – 5%
· Price - 15%
· Delivery date - 5%
· After-sales service - 5%
· Technical back-up - 5%
Project contact:
Prof Rex Harris
e-mail: Email
Tel: +44-(0)121-4145165
web: www.hydrogen.bham.ac.uk
Please refer to the MHFCA website if you should respond on this tender.
Thank you,
Christian Machens
President of the MHFCA e.V. |
