This is a sources sought synopsis. This is not a Request for Proposals. The NRC is conducting a market survey and analysis to determine the range of available contractors that exists and assess their capabilities to assist the NRC with the project described below. The purpose of this announcement is to provide potential sources the opportunity to submit information regarding their capabilities to perform work for the NRC, free of conflict of interest (COI). For information on NRC COI regulations, visit NRC Acquisition Regulation Subpart 2009.5 (www.nrc.gov/who-we-are/contracting/48cfr-ch20.html). All interested parties, including all categories of small businesses (small businesses, small disadvantaged businesses, 8(a) firms, women-owned small businesses, service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, and HUBZone small businesses) are invited to submit a response to the market research questions below and submit the matrix of resource capabilities as described below.

Submission of additional materials such as glossy brochures or videos is discouraged. Responses are due no later than December 6, 2010. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any costs associated with submission of the requested information. Telephone inquiries or responses are not acceptable. Facsimile (301-492-3437) or email at [email protected] are acceptable or responses may be mailed to: U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Attn: Jeffrey R. Mitchell, Sr. Contract Specialist, Division of Contracts, MS TWB-01-B10M, Washington, DC 20555.

The NRC's Office of New Reactors (NRO) serves the public interest by enabling the safe, secure, and environmentally responsible use of nuclear power in meeting the Nation's future energy needs.  NRO activities for new reactor licensing include application reviews for reactor design certifications,
early site permits (ESPs), combined construction operating license (COL) applications, and new reactor pre-application activities.

NRC is preparing for the review of the new reactor design APR-1400 scheduled in Fiscal Year 2012. The NRC is developing the licensing infrastructure and resources necessary to review this application.  Given this heightened interest, anticipated growth, and importance of meeting the schedule of new reactor licensing activities, NRO has undertaken a major reorganization to address the anticipated increased workload for new reactor licensing and plans to add additional staff. Contractor support is also needed to prepare for new reactor licensing and anticipated reviews of new reactor license applications.

The NRC is seeking commercial organizations that are interested in supporting our technical assistance requirements. Please access and complete the Corporate Capabilities spreadsheet (IDIQ Skill Matrix) and the Market Research Questions (set forth below). The Corporate Capabilities spreadsheet requires you to complete entries for potentially available qualified candidates. In each of the ten technical areas of expertise, if it applies, enter the candidates relevant years of experience. In order to provide further understanding of the expertise needed references to the Standard Review Plan (NUREG 0800) (www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/doc-collections/nuregs/staff/sr0800) chapters are listed in the title block of the ten areas. The remaining columns are self explanatory.

Market Research Questions for New Reactor Support

Page Limits - Questions 1 to 10 no more than three pages total. Question No. 11 no more than three pages.

1. How long has your business been in operation?

2. What type of business is your company (i.e. 8(a), large, etc.)?

3. What is the size of your company in terms of employees and consultants? (Breakdown the mix between the two categories.)

4. Do you have dedicated office space in close proximity to NRC Headquarters? (If desired, describe any office space alternatives.)

5. Which GSA FSS contracts, if any, do you possess? When do they expire?

6. Has your company worked for the potential applicant in the past year? (Korea Electric Power Corporation, KEPCO)

7. Has your company effectively established teams in the past such that you could perform scopes of work outside your core competencies? (Describe the types of work and technical disciplines assembled.)

8. List any companies or government agencies your company plans to perform work related to New Reactors in the next two years?

9. Has your company previously faced organizational conflict of interest issues with NRC? How were they resolved?

10. Describe any other information your company deems relevant to supporting New Reactors.

11. Describe tasks you have performed in the areas of reactor licensing, design reviews and/or environmental reviews for the government or commercially?

 

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