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Nuclear Irradiation Testing & Performance Qualification

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Response Deadline12/07/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTC

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The Nuclear Irradiation Testing and Performance Qualification subcontract, managed by the Department of Energy Idaho Field Office, involves performing irradiation testing and post-irradiation experimentation for prime contractors on Office of Nuclear Energy projects. The scope of work focuses on testing the response of SiC cladding to irradiation damage and conducting performance qualifications utilizing research reactors and specialized hot cells for the handling of irradiated samples. All activities must strictly adhere to DOE and NRC safety protocols to ensure secure operations. The successful contractor is responsible for delivering comprehensive irradiation performance reports and qualified material data. This opportunity was posted on October 5, 2026, with a response deadline of December 7, 2026, falling under NAICS code 541715.

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Agency

Department Of Energy → Idaho Field Office

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of DE-FOA-0003577.

The full solicitation package (4 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Silcon Carbide Cladding Lead Test Rod Development-Phase 1

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PostedOct 5

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Response DeadlineDec 7

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12/07/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTCin 2 months

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AgencyDepartment Of Energy → Idaho Field Office

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Energy → Idaho Field Office

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Performs irradiation testing and post-irradiation experimentation (PIE) for prime contractors on DOE Office of Nuclear Energy projects. Tests SiC cladding response to irradiation damage and performs performance qualification using research reactors and hot cells for irradiated sample handling. Requires adherence to DOE/NRC safety protocols. Delivers irradiation performance reports and qualified material data.

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