Dust Filter Design/Fab
ID: PR313130Type: Presolicitation
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFORNL UT-BATTELLE LLC-DOE CONTRACTOROak Ridge, TN, 37831, USA

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Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing (332919)

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COMPRESSORS AND VACUUM PUMPS (4310)
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    Posted Jan 13, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Jan 13, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Jan 27, 2025, 10:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Energy, through ORNL UT-Battelle LLC, is seeking qualified vendors for the design and fabrication of a Tokamak Dust Filter System (TDFS) as part of the ITER fusion energy project. The procurement involves a two-phase approach, where the first phase focuses on the design of the TDFS, including the creation of detailed documentation and compliance with stringent quality assurance protocols, while the second phase will encompass the fabrication, testing, and shipment of the system to Cadarache, France. This equipment is critical for preventing activated dust from compromising vacuum systems during maintenance operations, thereby supporting the overall goals of the ITER initiative. Interested vendors should contact Pete Vance at vancepj@ornl.gov or Travis Olinger at olingertj@ornl.gov for further details, with proposals expected to demonstrate capability in meeting the outlined technical specifications and requirements.

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Jan 13, 2025, 10:06 PM UTC
The document outlines the Statement of Work (SOW) for the Design of the Tokamak Dust Filter System (TDFS), part of the international ITER fusion energy project. The SOW details the scope of work for a contractor, referred to as the Seller, responsible for the design and documentation of primary and secondary dust filters to prevent activated dust from compromising the vacuum systems during maintenance. It includes comprehensive performance requirements, quality assurance provisions, and specific tasks such as creating 3D models, piping designs, seismic analyses, and compliance with ITER standards. The project requires a well-structured approach, including a Project Plan and Quality Plan, and mandates regular progress reporting and collaboration with the US ITER Project Office. The document specifies a range of performance analyses, including structural and piping stress assessments, ensuring alignment with established codes and safety regulations pertinent to the facility’s nuclear classification. Key deliverables expected from the Seller include design package drawings, design analysis calculations (DACs), and updated modeling, supporting the goal of optimizing design integrity while adhering to international regulatory framework for the fusion facility.
Jan 13, 2025, 10:06 PM UTC
The Statement of Work (SOW) for the Fabrication of a Tokamak Dust Filter System (TDFS) outlines the requirements for producing and delivering specific dust filter equipment for the ITER project. This international initiative aims to showcase fusion energy's feasibility and involves collaboration among multiple nations, with the U.S. managed by the US ITER Project Office. The SOW details the scope, which encompasses the fabrication of four primary and two secondary dust filters, the associated hardware, and rigorous quality assurance protocols to meet safety and technical standards. It emphasizes project planning, material procurement, fabrication processes, and validation, highlighting critical requirements such as the approval of Quality and Inspection Plans, testing, and CE certification. Transportation and packaging specifications are also outlined to ensure the equipment's integrity during shipment to Cadarache, France. The document establishes a structured approach with defined deliverables and checkpoints across various performance requirements—ensuring accountability through project kick-off meetings, progress reports, and the maintenance of thorough documentation. The comprehensive guidelines affirm the project's commitment to quality, safety, and compliance with applicable regulations, vital to the successful execution of the TDFS fabrication in line with ITER's goals.
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