RFP-2025-9827 RAC Pressure Drop Testing

TerraPower, LLC is seeking a supplier to support the Reactor Air Cooling (RAC) Pressure Drop Test for the Natrium Demonstration Project through RFP-2025-9827. The procurement involves designing, fabricating, and executing a comprehensive test program to measure pressure drop characteristics, with key deliverables including a Design and Manufacturability Review by two months After Receipt of Order (ARO), test system fabrication starting in January 2026, testing campaign initiation at five months ARO, and a final Test Report completion by July 2026. The project is categorized as Non-Safety Related with a Quality Level 3 (QL-3) designation, to be performed under a Department of Energy (DOE) Cooperative Agreement. Potential suppliers must have a TP-ShareFile account, sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), and comply with export control regulations. The solicitation requires all questions and comments to be submitted through the Bonfire Q&A section by the specified deadline, with TerraPower providing answers during the designated timeline. Suppliers must be prepared to handle export-controlled information and provide comprehensive documentation of the test program, including detailed technical specifications and quality assurance protocols.

The opportunity appears to have no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational types, though there are strict requirements for access and participation. Potential bidders must be U.S. citizens or Green Card holders, with prohibitions on accessing project materials while traveling outside one's country of origin. The project involves technical testing for nuclear energy infrastructure, suggesting a preference for suppliers with advanced engineering capabilities and experience in precision testing environments. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project and the detailed technical requirements indicate a substantial and complex procurement. Suppliers must be prepared to provide a complete test system, including design, fabrication, testing, and reporting capabilities, with a focus on measuring pressure drop characteristics for the Natrium Demonstration Project. The procurement emphasizes rigorous documentation, quality control, and compliance with export control regulations, suggesting a highly specialized and technically demanding contract opportunity.