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Fast Burst Reactor (FBR) Modernization Market Research RFI

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The U.S. Government, through the Department of Defense and the Office of W6QK Acc-Orlando, is conducting market research via a Request for Information to gather industry input on the turn-key modernization of the Fast Burst Reactor (FBR) facility at White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico. This initiative, funded under the Central Test and Evaluation Investment Program, aims to assess viable approaches for the full life-cycle modernization of the FBR to ensure its continued availability, reliability, maintainability, and long-term sustainment. Responses are solicited in the form of a five-page white paper, with additional materials such as cover pages and past performance documentation excluded from the page limit. All submissions are voluntary, non-reimbursable, and become Government property with no obligation on the part of the Government to proceed with procurement or compensate respondents for their efforts. The RFI does not constitute a solicitation, request for proposal, or binding commitment to award a contract, and no claims may be filed based on responses submitted. The Government intends to use the information received to refine its acquisition strategy and identify appropriate contracting methods, including potential alternative NAICS codes that might better reflect the scope of work. Industry participants are encouraged to highlight proprietary information clearly and to provide suggestions for improved classification. The response deadline is August 21, 2026, and inquiries should be directed to Janice Williams or Whitly Hamilton at the provided contact details. The effort is strictly for planning purposes and is not intended to initiate a procurement event.

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U.S. government seeks industry input for FBR facility modernization at White Sands through voluntary white papers by August 21, 2026.

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Department Of Defense → W6QK Acc-OrlandoView Agency

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541330 - Engineering ServicesView NAICS

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White Sands Missile Range, NM, USA

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Orlando
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OfficeORLANDO, FL, 32826-3224, USA
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Office AddressORLANDO, FL, 32826-3224, USA

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This Request for Information (RFI) conducts market research to inform future requirements and contract strategies for the turn-key delivery and execution of the Fast Burst Reactor (FBR) Life Cycle Modernization Project at White Sands Missile Range (WSMR). Funded as a Central Test and Evaluation Investment Program (CTEIP) project, this effort seeks comprehensive life-cycle modernization solutions to ensure the long-term availability, maintainability, reliability, and sustainment of the FBR facility.



The Government is exploring a range of acquisition strategies and plans to utilize the information gained from this White Paper to help further shape the acquisition strategy. Responses should be limited to a five (5) page max white paper, not including cover page, cover letter, table of contents and any other documentation submitted in response to Past Performance. Any proprietary concepts of information should be clearly identified as such. Submitted data and information will not be returned. Any information submitted in response to this RFI Notice is strictly voluntary. This notice is for information planning purposes and the Government will not pay or otherwise reimburse respondents for information submitted. Industry is encouraged to suggest alternative NAICS codes that may better align with the requirements. 



Disclaimer: This notice does not constitute an invitation for bids or a request for proposal and is not a commitment by the U.S. Government to procure subject products or services nor will the Government reimburse any parties for costs associated with this request. The Government will use the information received to forge its acquisition strategy. Additionally, all submissions become Government property and will not be returned. No basis for a claim against the Government shall arise as a result from a response to this RFI.

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