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Glass Software Licensing for Power Transmission Capacity Optimization

Dept. of EnergySol: CW-19-22
est. $40K – $350K
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The Department of Energy is procuring the GLASS software, which optimizes power transmission capacity in real-time for electric utilities. This software solution addresses transmission bottlenecks and high monitoring costs by providing accurate current-carrying capacity calculations using limited data inputs and computational fluid dynamics modeling. Key advantages include higher capacity utilization, lower infrastructure costs, and seamless integration with existing utility systems.

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Estimated Value
est. $40K – $350K
Similar contracts award $8K to $194K (median $42K, 1,481 awards)Above typical range
NAICS Codes
Place of Performance
Idaho Falls, ID, USA

Agency & Contact

Contracting Organization

Agency
ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF

Point of Contact

John A. Smith
Contracting Officer
(202) 555-0100

Key Dates

Published1mo ago
Jun 17, 2026
Became Presolicitation1mo ago
Jun 17, 2026
Tracked
Became Solicitation1mo ago
Jun 17, 2026
Tracked
Last Updated1mo ago
Jun 19, 2026
Response Datein 6d
Jul 30, 202612:00 AM
MDT
Response Duein 7d
Jul 30, 2026

Description

for Real-Time Optimization of Power Transmission Capacity Dynamic line rating software that enables utilities to safely increase transmission capacity without costly hardware expansion. Technology Summary The General Line Ampacity State Solver (GLASS), developed by Idaho National Laboratory (INL), is a high-performance software platform designed to calculate the real-time current-carrying capacity of overhead power transmission lines. By integrating weather data, line current data, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) modeling, GLASS provides utilities with accurate, actionable insight into the thermal state of their transmission network. Unlike hardware-heavy solutions requiring dense networks of weather stations or specialized sensors, GLASS leverages a minimal number of data inputs and extrapolates across unmonitored spans using CFD-enhanced mapping. The system outputs results in a simple, interoperable format compatible with virtually any utility enterprise system. Since 2014, GLASS has evolved to compute steady-state ampacity, transient temperature, transient ampacity, and INL’s proprietary True Dynamic Line Rating, validated against industry standards (IEEE, CIGRE). Problem Addressed Transmission bottlenecks: Utilities face congestion and efficiency losses due to static line ratings that underestimate real capacity. High costs of monitoring: Installing weather stations or hardware sensors along every line span is prohibitively expensive. Integration challenges: Many dynamic line rating (DLR) solutions require proprietary hardware or external portals, complicating adoption. Solution GLASS provides a software-only, plug-and-play solution that: Uses limited real-world weather and current data inputs. Applies precomputed CFD models to extend accuracy across unmonitored spans. Calculates real-time and forecasted ampacity values to maximize grid utilization. Outputs standardized text files easily integrated with existing utility systems. Key Advantages Higher capacity utilization: Can enable line ratings up to 40% above conservative static limits. Lower infrastructure costs: Reduces need for dense weather station deployment. Seamless integration: Simple, agnostic input/output formats support adoption without system overhauls. Proven reliability: Validated through years of testing and alignment with IEEE and CIGRE standards. Flexible deployment: Works with any utility-grade data historian or enterprise system. Market Applications Electric utilities: Enhance grid flexibility, reduce congestion losses, and safely integrate renewable energy. Grid operators: Improve real-time situational awareness and operational decision-making. Software vendors: Incorporate GLASS as a dynamic line rating module within existing platforms (e.g., OSIsoft PI). Renewable integration: Support greater use of wind energy by capturing wind cooling effects on lines. Javier Martinez Contracting (No Street Address

2) Idaho Falls, USA to this opportunity.

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