West Area Tank Farms Risk Management - Construction Services

The U.S. Department of Energy, through its Hanford Field Office and contractor Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure LLC, is advancing the West Area Tank Farms Risk Management project to address critical operational gaps in the 200 West Area of the Hanford Site. This initiative targets the retrieval, pretreatment, and transfer of approximately 54 million gallons of mixed radioactive waste stored in 177 underground tanks, which contain sludge, supernate, and saltcake. The WARM Project is essential for enabling waste processing capabilities that are currently lacking, ensuring compliance with regulatory timelines and supporting the long-term goal of closing the Tank Farms in a manner that protects the Columbia River and the surrounding environment. Authorized as a capital project under DOE O 413.3B, the effort is structured to optimize waste flow to off-site treatment and disposal facilities, reducing risks associated with aging infrastructure and operational delays. The Department of Energy has issued a sources-sought notice for construction services related to this project, soliciting industry input to inform procurement strategy. The solicitation, identified by the number Constructions_Services, was posted on June 2, 2026, with responses due by August 13, 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code 236210 applies to the construction of commercial and institutional buildings, indicating the nature of facility construction required. Performance will occur in Richland, Washington, and all inquiries should be directed to Claudia Carson, the primary point of contact, via email or phone. The procurement does not currently specify a set-aside category, and contractors are encouraged to engage through the official SAM.gov portal to participate in shaping the future requirements of this high-priority environmental remediation effort.