Nuclear Material Transport Planning (INL to KSC/CCSFS)

This contract involves planning the safe and compliant transportation of Light Weight Radioisotope Heater Units (LWRHU), a type of nuclear material, from the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) to the Kennedy Space Center/Cap Canaveral Space Force Station (KSC/CCSFS). Key responsibilities include managing the logistics to ensure timely and secure movement, implementing rigorous security measures to safeguard the sensitive cargo, and preparing comprehensive emergency response protocols to address potential incidents during transit. The contract is issued by NASA Kennedy Space Center and aligns with the NAICS code 484220, which relates to specialized freight trucking services. The solicitation was posted on May 1, 2026, with a response deadline set for May 15, 2026. This subcontract does not specify any set-aside requirements or particular organization types, focusing primarily on the expertise and capability to handle the complex demands of nuclear material transport. The place of performance is designated as the zip code 32899, corresponding to the Kennedy Space Center area. Overall, the contract emphasizes stringent compliance with safety and regulatory standards to ensure the secure and efficient delivery of nuclear materials essential for NASA’s missions.