DOE Issues RFP to Purchase Low-enriched Uranium from Domestic Sources
Proposals are due by 5:00 p.m. EDT on August 26, 2024.
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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a request for proposals (RFP) to purchase low-enriched uranium (LEU) from domestic sources.
Today’s action will help spur the safe and responsible build-out of uranium enrichment capacity in the United States, promote diversity in the market, and provide a reliable supply of commercial nuclear fuel to support the energy security and resilience of the American people and domestic industries.
This RFP is supported by $2.7 billion from the President’s Investing in America agenda.
“DOE is helping jump start uranium enrichment capacity here in the United States, which is critical to strengthening our national security and growing our domestic nuclear industry,” said U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm.
“Today’s announcement underscores America’s commitment to remaining the global leader in nuclear energy for generations to come,” added Granholm.
Developing domestic capacity for LEU ensures an adequate fuel supply is available from trusted sources to maintain the current fleet of U.S. reactors and build a strong base to supply future deployments of cutting-edge nuclear technologies both at home and abroad.
Through this RFP, DOE will acquire LEU generated by new sources of domestic uranium enrichment capacity. These can include new enrichment facilities or projects that expand the capacity of existing enrichment facilities.
DOE intends to sell the LEU to utilities operating U.S. reactors to support clean energy generation and sever reliance on Russian imports.
As DOE works to support national clean energy and energy security targets through these actions, it also requires that successful applicants deliver local benefits for impacted communities and prioritize environmental justice in their activities.
DOE plans to award two or more contracts, which will last for up to 10 years. Proposals are due by 5:00 p.m. EDT on August 26, 2024.
Learn more about DOE’s efforts to develop nuclear fuel supply chains for existing and future reactors HERE. Learn how DOE’s Pathways to Advanced Nuclear Commercial Liftoff report supports the research, development, demonstration, and deployment of technologies that will help the U.S. nuclear sector.
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