FORTIS_SNF_CAR_DRAWINGS_06_16_21.zip

This document provides details on a federal solicitation for the fabrication and testing of a FORTIS 8-Axle Railcar Prototype. The Department of Energy National Nuclear Security Administration is seeking offers to conduct testing and fabricate an AAR S-2043 compliant railcar design to the transport spent nuclear fuel and high-level waste. Offerors will be responsible for procuring necessary documentation from the Association of American Railroads and ensuring the prototype complies with industry standards. The selected contractor will fabricate the railcar prototype according to the provided design and complete required testing to receive approval for operation from the AAR. The purpose of this contract is to develop a railcar capable of transporting spent nuclear fuel casks for the Department of Energy's nuclear waste transportation program.