EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) - Nuclear Safety Subject Matter Expert (SME) Support - Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C)

The Department of Energy is seeking Expressions of Interest from qualified organizations and individual consultants to provide Nuclear Safety Subject Matter Expert (SME) support services for the Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) program. The primary objective is to support underground radioactive and hazardous waste tank operations at the Hanford site through expertise in nuclear safety documentation, operational compliance, and regulatory requirements. This engagement is critical for maintaining safety standards and ensuring compliance within Hanford's complex operational environment. The pre-solicitation notice was posted on December 18, 2025, with an Expression of Interest due date of January 5, 2026. While specific evaluation criteria details are not provided in this pre-solicitation notice, potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate relevant nuclear safety expertise and experience with hazardous waste tank operations.

This pre-solicitation notice indicates no set-aside designation will be used for this procurement opportunity. The notice does not identify current contractors, potential incumbents, or specific award values and budget ranges at this stage. No timeline for service delivery or contract duration is specified in the pre-solicitation materials provided. The absence of these details is typical for pre-solicitation notices, which are designed to gauge market interest and gather information from qualified organizations before formal solicitation documents are released. Interested parties should monitor official government procurement channels for the full solicitation announcement and additional contract specifications.