Solute Transport Properties Experimental Program

The contract involves the design and implementation of experimental procedures to determine the diffusion and partition coefficients of iodine within clay under in-situ conditions. This work is part of the "Solute Transport Properties Experimental Program" aimed at understanding solute transport behavior relevant to nuclear safety. The government agency overseeing this subcontract is the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission, with the work to be conducted in the National Capital Region. The contract is categorized under the NAICS Code 541690, indicating a focus on scientific research and development services. The solicitation for this subcontract was posted on June 10, 2026, with a response deadline of July 9, 2026. The scope centers on obtaining precise transport property measurements that are critical for assessing environmental interactions and containment strategies involving iodine in clay, likely supporting regulatory or safety analyses. The initiative reflects a government effort to enhance knowledge on material behavior in nuclear safety contexts, leveraging specialized experimental expertise.