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Reactor Core Design & Physics

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Response Deadline11/23/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for the Canadian Space Agency involves the design of nuclear reactor cores and the management of fission physics for lunar microreactor projects. The selected provider will be responsible for performing reactor physics calculations, designing core architecture, and developing essential reactivity control and shutdown mechanisms. A primary focus of the work is ensuring criticality safety and accurate life prediction specifically tailored for lunar environments. The scope of work culminates in the delivery of detailed core design specifications and comprehensive safety analysis reports. This project is categorized under NAICS code 541715 and is to be performed within Canada. Interested parties must adhere to the response deadline of November 23, 2026.

General Info

Canadian Space Agency subcontract for lunar microreactor core design and fission physics management.

Agency

Government of Canada → Canadian Space Agency

NAICS

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

Place of Performance

Canada, CAN

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 9F055- 20260146.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Systèmes De Microréacteur Lunaire Canadien

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Timeline

PostedOct 27

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Response DeadlineNov 23

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Response Deadline

11/23/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTCin 26 days

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → Canadian Space Agency

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Organization / AgencyGovernment of Canada → Canadian Space Agency

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Designs nuclear reactor cores and manages fission physics for prime contractors on Canadian Space Agency lunar microreactor projects. Performs reactor physics calculations, designs core architecture, and develops reactivity control and shutdown mechanisms. Ensures criticality safety and life prediction for lunar environments. Delivers core design specifications and safety analysis reports.

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