Due: 50 days leftSources SoughtOpen to allID
What: Refurbishment of Fiber Dial Rooms at Idaho National Laboratory (INL), including removal of abandoned cables, structural and environmental improvements, hardware replacement, installation and testing of new fiber optic and point-to-point fiber connections, network integration, and compliance documentation. Scope and timeline not specified in this summary.
Buyer: Battelle Energy Alliance, LLC (BEA), managing Idaho National Laboratory for the U.S. Department of Energy
Where: Idaho Falls, Idaho, and TAN (Test Area North) at INL
Deadline: December 11, 2026, to submit your Expression of Interest
Who can bid: Any business, large or small, that is qualified and responsible. There is no set-aside for small businesses.
Key requirements: Work at INL may be subject to Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements and the INL Site Stabilization Agreement (labor union agreement) if performed within the 890-square-mile INL boundary. Compliance with DOE cybersecurity and safety standards required. Construction at Idaho Falls facilities is not subject to these agreements.
Check before bidding: (1) Full Statement of Work and detailed scope; (2) Applicable wage determination rates and whether your location falls under Davis-Bacon and Site Stabilization Agreement requirements
Next step: Submit an Expression of Interest to Chase.Egbert@inl.gov by December 11, 2026, including company name, contact person, description of fiber installation and refurbishment experience, NAICS codes, business size, and any DOE or federal contracting experience.
Original description
INTRODUCTION Battelle Energy Alliance, LLC (BEA) Management & Operating Contractor of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) owned Idaho National Laboratory (INL), is seeking an Expression of Interest (EOI) from qualified vendors to provide refurbishment services for the Fiber Dial Room and implement point-to-point fiber connectivity upgrades. This initiative supports BEA’s commitment to maintaining robust and reliable communications infrastructure across INL facilities. BACKGROUND The Fiber Dial Room requires refurbishment and modernization to support enhanced fiber optic connectivity and point-to-point communication capabilities. The scope of work may include the following: Remove legacy abandoned communication cables around the plant. Refurbishment of several Fiber Dial Rooms around TAN, including structural and environmental improvements and replacement of hardware. Installation and testing of new fiber and communications. Installation and configuration of point-to-point fiber connections. Integration with existing network infrastructure and systems. Compliance with DOE cybersecurity, safety, and operational standards. Testing and documentation to ensure full functionality and reliability. INL is a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) national laboratory dedicated to nuclear energy, national security, and clean energy innovation. INL is operated under a management and operating contract with the Department of Energy and as such, the Davis-Bacon Act applies for contracts in excess of $2,000 for the construction, alteration, or repair (including painting and decorating) of buildings or works at INL. Construction work at the laboratory Site covered under the Davis-Bacon Act is additionally subject to the INL Site Stabilization Agreement (SSA). These Site areas include all areas within the 890-square mile boundary, including the Material and Fuels Complex, Central Facilities Area, Advanced Test Reactor, Radioactive Waste Management Complex, and Specific Manufacturing Capability. The agreement is between signatory contractors and labor unions performing such work. Information regarding the INL Site Stabilization Agreement is available from the Site Labor Coordinator at (208) 524-4404 or at lance@sitelabor.org. Construction work performed at Idaho Falls facilities is not subject to these agreements. PROCESS This EOI is the first step in identifying interested and qualified vendors. Responses may be used to inform the development of a formal solicitation list. Selected vendors may be invited to participate in a Request for Proposal (RFP) process for award consideration. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS Interested vendors should submit an Expression of Interest that includes the following: Company name and point of contact Description of relevant fiber installation and refurbishment capabilities and experience NAICS codes and business size classification Any existing DOE or federal contracting experience (if applicable) Deadline for submission: December 11, 2026