RFI - DOE Infrastructure Work Scope Development
ID: 280970Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Idaho Field Office (DOE-ID)

Award Range

$0 - $0

Eligible Applicants

Small Businesses

Funding Category

Energy

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/280970

Additional Information

neup.gov
Timeline
    Description

    The Idaho Field Office of the Department of Energy (DOE) is seeking input through a Request for Information (RFI) focused on the development of infrastructure work scope related to nuclear energy research. The RFI aims to gather feedback on enhancing capabilities that support research, training, and technology demonstration within the nuclear energy sector, specifically addressing the operation of existing reactors, deployment of advanced reactors, and management of nuclear fuel cycles. This initiative is crucial for revitalizing nuclear research infrastructure and ensuring that it meets the evolving energy and economic needs of the United States. Interested parties, particularly small businesses, are encouraged to submit their recommendations and insights via NEUP.gov, with no funding ceiling or floor specified, and no obligations for contracts arising from the responses. For further inquiries, respondents can contact Andrew Ford, the DOE Contract Specialist, at fordaj@id.doe.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    fordaj@id.doe.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    RFI-INFRA-DE-SOL-0008318_MOD_03.pdf
    This Request for Information (RFI) seeks input on enhancing the infrastructure related to the Office of Nuclear Energy (NE) within the Department of Energy (DOE). NE aims to advance nuclear energy technologies and address challenges in the sector to improve U.S. energy and economic needs. The RFI addresses areas such as the operation of existing reactors, deployment of advanced reactors, and management of nuclear fuel cycles, inviting feedback on vital research capabilities and technologies to revitalize nuclear research infrastructure. Respondents, including educational institutions and private-sector entities, are asked to present recommendations on research priorities, effective award structures, and identify gaps in current infrastructure. The submission guidelines outline the need for clear communication and state that responses will be considered for incorporation into grant opportunities. There are no obligations for contracts from the responses, and DOE will not provide individual acknowledgments. The established deadlines for responses span multiple years, highlighting the DOE's commitment to long-term engagement in nuclear research advancement. Overall, the RFI emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and addressing community engagement in nuclear energy projects.
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