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Solicitation for Input from Advanced Nuclear Developers to Inform Launch Pad Siting and Facility Needs

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY• INL-NOO-03
Response Deadline
Nov 21, 2025
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Contract Opportunity Analysis

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.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
541330
Engineering Services
PSC Code
R425
SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL

Solicitation Documents

1 Files
NRIC Launch Pad RFI.pdf
PDF•150 KB•Oct 29, 2025
AI Summary
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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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedOct 29, 2025
deadlineResponse DeadlineNov 21, 2025
expiryArchive DateDec 5, 2025

Agency Information

Department
DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY
Sub-Tier
ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF
Office
BATTELLE ENERGY ALLIANCE–DOE CNTR

Point of Contact

Name
AnnMarie Marshall

Place of Performance

Idaho Falls, Idaho, UNITED STATES

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