AMENDMENT 0001: Reactor Recovery Services
ID: 1333ND25RNB610012Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGYDEPT OF COMMERCE NISTGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, USA

NAICS

Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (541690)

PSC

OTHER QC/TEST/INSPECT- FURNACE, STEAM PLANT, AND DRYING EQUIPMENT; NUCLEAR REACTORS (H944)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/964c97f4b9664ad48029a667c9ff53f6/view
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    Description

    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), part of the Department of Commerce, is soliciting proposals for an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for Reactor Recovery Services, following contamination issues at its facility. The contract, valued at up to $9 million over four years, requires contractors to provide labor, materials, and logistical support for tasks such as fuel transfer chute replacement, hot spot removal, inspections, and waste disposal, all while adhering to stringent safety and compliance standards. This procurement is critical for maintaining safety in nuclear operations and ensuring environmentally responsible recovery practices. Interested bidders must submit questions by January 22, 2025, and request access to additional documents by January 15, 2025, with inquiries directed to Contract Specialist Cielo Ibarra at cielo.ibarra@nist.gov.

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    Cielo Ibarra
    cielo.ibarra@nist.gov
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    1333ND25RNB610012 Amendment 1.pdf
    The document pertains to Amendment 0001 of Request for Proposal (RFP) 1333ND25RNB610012 issued by the Department of Commerce's National Institutes of Standards and Technology (NIST). Dated January 10, 2025, the amendment outlines crucial changes to the original solicitation. Key points include the new deadline for requesting access to additional documents via the DOC Secure File Transfer (Kiteworks), which must be completed by January 15, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Additionally, it sets a deadline for submitting questions regarding the solicitation, which is due by January 22, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time, directing inquiries to Contract Specialist Cielo Ibarra via email. This document serves to update potential bidders on necessary changes and timelines, integral for compliance with the proposal submission process while ensuring clarity and accessibility for interested parties.
    RFP 1333ND25RNB610012 - Reactor Recovery Services AMENDMENT 1.pdf
    The United States Department of Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is soliciting proposals for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract focused on "Nuclear Reactor Recovery Services." This contract will cover labor, materials, and services necessary for the recovery of the NIST Center for Neutron Research's reactor, which experienced contamination issues following safety alerts in early 2021. The contractor will perform specific tasks such as inspecting reactor systems, managing radioactive waste, and replacing crucial equipment over a four-year period with a total value estimated at $9 million. Each task order under this IDIQ will feature firm-fixed prices and require specified labor categories with ceiling hourly rates. Additionally, the contractor must comply with rigorous quality assurance practices and coordinate closely with NIST personnel to minimize exposure to radiation, manage waste, and ensure safety at the worksite. This procurement process underscores the government's commitment to ensuring safe operations and recovery of critical nuclear facilities.
    RFP 1333ND25RNB610012 - Reactor Recovery Services Final CAI - CLEANSF33.pdf
    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) issued a solicitation for an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract focused on Nuclear Reactor Recovery Services in response to an alert regarding elevated radiation levels at its facility. This contract, anticipated to span four years, allows for task orders issued as Firm-Fixed-Price. It includes comprehensively delivering labor, materials, equipment, and logistical support needed for reactor recovery, emphasizing safety and compliance with federal regulations. The tasks outlined include fuel transfer chute replacement, hot spot removal, inspections, waste disposal, and system modifications. Contractors must adhere to strict safety requirements, employing qualified personnel to minimize radiation exposure and contamination risks. Pricing involves ceiling hourly labor rates that incorporate all expenses, with a minimum order threshold of $5,000 and a maximum of $9 million over the contract's duration. The document outlines roles, responsibilities, reporting requirements, and evaluation factors for proposals, ensuring a competitive, transparent procurement process. This solicitation represents the government's commitment to maintaining safety standards in nuclear operations while pursuing environmentally responsible recovery practices.
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