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Nuclear Materials Testing & Characterization

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Response Deadline12/07/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for Nuclear Materials Testing and Characterization supports prime contractors on Department of Energy nuclear fuel projects through the Idaho Operations Office. The scope of work involves performing critical mechanical, thermal-hydraulic, and corrosion testing, specifically utilizing high-temperature autoclaves, corrosion loops, and universal testing machines to evaluate mechanical strength and conduct erosion and corrosion analysis. The selected provider must adhere to a strict NQA-1 Quality Assurance plan to ensure the integrity of all results. Final deliverables for the project include detailed material characterization profiles and comprehensive test reports. Interested parties should note the response deadline of December 7, 2026.

General Info

Agency

Department Of Energy → Idaho Operations Office

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services

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, 10:00:00 PM UTCin 2 months

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AgencyDepartment Of Energy → Idaho Operations Office

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Energy → Idaho Operations Office

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Performs mechanical, thermal-hydraulic, and corrosion testing for prime contractors on Department of Energy nuclear fuel projects. Conducts thermal-hydraulic corrosion and erosion testing and mechanical strength evaluation using high-temperature autoclaves, corrosion loops, and universal testing machines (UTM). Requires NQA-1 Quality Assurance plan. Delivers test reports and material characterization profiles.

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