Solicitation for Input from Advanced Nuclear Developers to Inform Launch Pad Siting and Facility Needs
ID: INL-NOO-03Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFBATTELLE ENERGY ALLIANCE–DOE CNTRIdaho Falls, ID, 83415, USA

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/45cf8e1aa8a044a09b3a562f96968b2e/view
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    The Department of Energy, through the National Reactor Innovation Center (NRIC) at Idaho National Laboratory (INL), is seeking input from advanced nuclear developers to inform the establishment of a Nuclear Energy Launch Pad initiative. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather insights on the requirements for siting, infrastructure, and services necessary for the development and operation of advanced nuclear facilities, including reactors and fuel fabrication plants. The initiative is critical for enhancing U.S. energy capabilities and addressing challenges faced by nuclear developers in securing suitable sites and navigating regulatory pathways. Responses to this RFI are due by November 20, 2025, and should be submitted electronically to AnnMarie Marshall at ann.marshall@inl.gov.

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    AnnMarie Marshall
    Ann.Marshall@inl.gov
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    NRIC Launch Pad RFI.pdf
    The National Reactor Innovation Center (NRIC) at Idaho National Laboratory (INL) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather input from advanced nuclear developers. This RFI aims to inform the establishment of a Nuclear Energy Launch Pad, a national initiative to accelerate advanced nuclear technology development and deployment. NRIC envisions a 1000+ acre site providing infrastructure, expertise, and services for siting, constructing, and operating nuclear facilities like reactors, fuel fabrication, and recycling plants. The RFI seeks detailed information on developer facility types, siting attributes, infrastructure, specialized capabilities, operational services, licensing approaches, project timelines, and other considerations. Responses will guide INL's planning and development of the Launch Pad, which is not a solicitation for funding but solely for information gathering. Submissions are due by November 20, 2025.
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