Opportunity Information: Apply for DTFH61 10 RA 00002
Apply for DTFH61 10 RA 00002
- The DOT Federal Highway Administration in the transportation sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "New England Transportation Consortium Research Study 05 5 Measurement of Adhesion Properties between Topcoat Paint and Metalized/Galvanized Steel with Surface Energy Measurement Equipment" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 20.200 Highway Research and Development Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on Feb 23, 2010 and posted on Feb 23, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 9, 2010. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $20,012.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- University of Rhode Island
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Opportunity Summary:
This grant opportunity, titled "New England Transportation Consortium Research Study 05 5 Measurement of Adhesion Properties between Topcoat Paint and Metalized/Galvanized Steel with Surface Energy Measurement Equipment," is a small, targeted U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) research award focused on how well paint topcoats bond to zinc-coated structural steel used in highway transportation products. The central issue it addresses is that zinc coatings are widely used on steel as a sacrificial corrosion-protection layer, but when agencies add paint topcoats for added durability and appearance, the real-world adhesion of those topcoats can vary significantly depending on how the zinc layer was applied. The study is aimed at producing measurable, comparable data on adhesion performance so transportation agencies can make better-informed coating and maintenance decisions.
The technical background behind the study is straightforward but important for infrastructure longevity. Zinc can be applied to steel in three common ways: (1) a zinc-rich primer paint, (2) metallizing, where molten zinc is sprayed onto the prepared steel surface, and (3) galvanizing, where the steel is dipped into a bath of molten zinc and forms a metallurgically bonded zinc layer. After any of these zinc processes, a paint topcoat is often added to improve corrosion resistance further and to provide a consistent color finish for highway assets. The problem motivating the research is that topcoat adhesion appears to differ notably when applied over galvanized surfaces versus metallized surfaces, which can lead to premature coating failures, more frequent repainting, higher lifecycle costs, and potential corrosion exposure when coatings delaminate or chip.
The primary objective of the research is to quantify the effectiveness of these different zinc coating methods when used in combination with paint topcoats by directly measuring adhesion properties between the topcoat paint and the zinc-coated steel. A key feature of the opportunity is the explicit emphasis on using surface energy measurement equipment as part of the investigation. In practical terms, surface energy measurements can help explain why coatings stick well or poorly, because surface cleanliness, texture, chemistry, and energy strongly influence wetting and bonding behavior during paint application. By pairing adhesion testing with surface energy characterization, the study is positioned to produce data that is not just descriptive (paint A sticks better than paint B) but diagnostic (what surface conditions and coating types drive better adhesion and why), which can inform specifications and field practices.
Administratively, the funding is offered as a discretionary cooperative agreement under the FHWA Highway Research and Development Program (CFDA 20.200). The opportunity number is DTFH61-10-RA-00002, and FHWA expected to make one award. The award ceiling is $20,012, with no stated minimum (award floor $0), and there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement. The posting date and creation date were both February 23, 2010, with an original and current closing date of March 9, 2010, indicating a short application window typical of smaller, focused research tasks.
Eligibility is narrowly defined. The listed eligible applicant is the University of Rhode Island, indicating this was likely a consortium-directed or institution-specific research task within the New England Transportation Consortium framework rather than a broadly competed, open solicitation. For questions or issues accessing the announcement, the FHWA contact provided is Samantha Reizes, Contract Specialist, reachable at (202) 366-4224 and samantha.reizes@dot.gov.
Overall, the opportunity funds a concise research effort intended to generate practical, measurement-based insight into coating system performance on zinc-coated steel, with a particular focus on comparing galvanizing and metallizing under painted topcoats and using surface energy measurement to strengthen the understanding of adhesion behavior.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "New England Transportation Consortium Research Study 05 5 Measurement of Adhesion Properties between Topcoat Paint and Metalized/Galvanized Steel with Surface Energy Measurement Equipment."
Which federal agency is offering this funding?
The funding is offered by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), under the Highway Research and Development Program.
What type of award is this?
This is a discretionary cooperative agreement.
What is the opportunity number?
The opportunity number is DTFH61-10-RA-00002.
What program or CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA 20.200.
How many awards does FHWA expect to make?
FHWA expected to make one award.
What is the maximum funding amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling is $20,012.
Is there a minimum award amount (award floor)?
No minimum amount is stated. The award floor is listed as $0.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement stated for this opportunity.
When was this opportunity posted?
The posting date is February 23, 2010. The creation date is also February 23, 2010.
What is the application deadline?
The original and current closing date is March 9, 2010, indicating a short application window.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is narrowly defined. The listed eligible applicant is the University of Rhode Island.
Is this a broadly competed solicitation open to multiple organizations?
Based on the eligibility listing, it appears to be institution-specific (University of Rhode Island) and likely tied to a consortium-directed task within the New England Transportation Consortium framework, rather than an open solicitation.
What infrastructure problem is this research trying to address?
The research targets inconsistent real-world adhesion of paint topcoats applied over zinc-coated structural steel used in highway transportation products. Adhesion can vary depending on how the zinc layer was applied, which may lead to premature coating failures, increased repainting, higher lifecycle costs, and potential corrosion exposure if coatings delaminate or chip.
Why are zinc coatings used on structural steel in highway applications?
Zinc coatings are widely used as a sacrificial corrosion-protection layer on steel, helping protect infrastructure components from corrosion over time.
Why add a paint topcoat over a zinc coating?
After applying a zinc coating, agencies often add a paint topcoat to further improve corrosion resistance and to provide a consistent color finish for highway assets.
What zinc application methods are covered by the study?
The opportunity describes three common ways zinc is applied to steel: (1) a zinc-rich primer paint, (2) metallizing (spraying molten zinc onto a prepared steel surface), and (3) galvanizing (dipping steel into molten zinc to form a metallurgically bonded layer).
What specific comparison is emphasized in the research?
The study is particularly focused on comparing topcoat adhesion over galvanized surfaces versus metallized surfaces, since adhesion appears to differ notably between these two zinc coating methods.
What is the primary objective of the study?
The primary objective is to quantify how effective different zinc coating methods are when combined with paint topcoats by directly measuring adhesion properties between the topcoat paint and zinc-coated steel.
What role does surface energy measurement equipment play in the research?
A key feature of the study is the explicit emphasis on using surface energy measurement equipment. Surface energy measurements can help explain why coatings adhere well or poorly because surface cleanliness, texture, chemistry, and energy influence wetting and bonding during paint application.
What is the intended value of pairing adhesion testing with surface energy measurements?
By combining adhesion testing with surface energy characterization, the study aims to produce results that are both comparable and diagnostic, meaning the findings can help identify not just which systems perform better, but what surface conditions and coating types drive better adhesion and why.
How could transportation agencies use the results of this study?
The study is intended to generate measurable, comparable adhesion performance data so transportation agencies can make better-informed coating selection, specification, and maintenance decisions for highway transportation products made with zinc-coated steel.
Who is the FHWA contact for questions or access issues?
The contact listed is Samantha Reizes, Contract Specialist.
How can the FHWA contact be reached?
Samantha Reizes can be reached by phone at (202) 366-4224 or by email at samantha.reizes@dot.gov.
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