Supply Thermal Protection Systems for Railroad Tank Cars

The U.S. DOT Volpe Center is issuing a Request for Information to gauge industry capability for providing Thermal Protection Systems (TPS) for railroad tank cars. Vendors are asked to detail their TPS designs, current usage on tank cars, ability to supply fully‑assembled test specimens or raw materials, lead times, pricing, and any existing fire‑testing data. The information will support future research and potential procurement of test specimens for extended pool‑fire and torch‑fire evaluations. • Provide a description of TPS assembly, including materials, brand names, and preparation steps. • Indicate whether the TPS is currently used on tank cars and if it appears on the PHMSA approved list. • State capability to deliver fully assembled specimens or detailed fabrication instructions, along with lead time, pricing, and willingness to share existing test data. • Submit company information (name, UEI, address, point‑of‑contact).