Radiological Evaluation Assistance (REA)

Quick Summary

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Synopsis for Radiological Evaluation Assistance (REA). This initiative seeks independent technical assistance for document reviews, radiological surveys, and special projects at nuclear facilities undergoing decommissioning. The primary goal is to identify businesses capable of providing these services without any organizational conflicts of interest. Responses are due December 5, 2026.

Scope of Work

The NRC requires independent technical assistance across several key areas:

• Document Reviews: Technical review of decommissioning documents, including License Termination Plans (LTPs), Decommissioning Plans (DPs), survey methodologies, and reports.
• Radiological Surveys: Design and execution of various survey types, such as scoping, characterization, remedial action support, in-process, and final status surveys, adhering to MARSSIM and NRC guidance.
• On-site Evaluations: Assistance with in-process evaluations and confirmatory surveys during decommissioning stages.
• Special Projects: Support for training, development of regulatory guidance, and radiological health and safety projects.
• Personnel Expertise: Respondents must demonstrate extensive experience in health physics and radio chemistry, including proficiency with survey instrumentation and dose assessment development.

Contract Details

• Type: Sources Sought Synopsis (Market Research)
• NAICS Code: 541360 - Geophysical Surveying and Mapping Services
• Place of Performance: Primarily at nuclear decommissioning sites (e.g., non-power/power nuclear reactors, fuel facilities, uranium recovery, and materials facilities).
• Published: November 17, 2025

Eligibility & Submission

• Set-Aside: All categories of small businesses are invited to respond.
• Conflict of Interest: Respondents must have no potential for organizational conflicts of interest (OCONIs) as defined in NRCAR Subpart 2009.5.
• Submission: This is not a request for proposal. Interested firms must submit capability statements demonstrating their capacity as a prime contractor, addressing specific questions outlined in the notice. Responses should be structured according to the areas of consideration and submitted electronically to Jennifer.Ford@nrc.gov.
• Response Due: December 5, 2026.
• Notes: The government will not reimburse costs incurred for responding. Submitted responses will not be considered adequate for a future solicitation. Responses must be 10MB or smaller.