Description
The United States ITER Project Office (USIPO), hosted by Oak Ridge National Laboratory, is seeking qualified suppliers to qualify, commercially dedicate, and optionally supply commercially sourced pneumatic components (valve manifolds, pressure regulators, relief valves) for ITER vacuum auxiliary systems. The work includes developing qualification plans, performing testing, preparing commercial‑grade dedication dossiers, and, if exercised, procuring hardware from OEMs and delivering to ITER sites in France. Suppliers must demonstrate experience with nuclear‑safety‑related equipment, quality‑system compliance, and export‑control logistics. An Expression of Interest (EOI) is due by 1 Oct 2026.
• Scope: qualification of ~250 pneumatic 3/2‑way valve manifolds, 90 pressure regulators, 160 relief valves; optional procurement and delivery to France.
• Deliverables: qualification plans & reports, commercial‑grade dedication plans & dossiers, quality plans, certificates of conformity, shipment packages.
• Requirements: nuclear‑industry qualification standards (IEEE/IEC 60780‑323, ASME QME‑1, EPRI guidelines), French INB regulation compliance, export‑control adherence.
• Supplier expectations: single point of contact, project schedule, regular progress meetings, ability to host USIPO/ITER inspections.
• Submission: EOI must include company overview, relevant experience, examples of similar projects, testing capabilities, subcontractor info, and confirmation of compliance capabilities.